12/28/2020
TOWN/VILLAGE OF EAST ROCHESTER ANNAUL MEETING
Monday, January 4th 2021 5:00 pm
The Annual meeting can be viewed live on ERCN's "Town/Village of East Rochester Live Stream" feed, which will begin its broadcast at 5:00 pm. The direct link is directly below this post:
https://videoplayer.telvue.com/player/FcqTL0OYMCGU6WlccUApyUL3twz4dm9V/playlists/6915/stream/844?sequenceNumber=1&autostart=true&showtabssearch=true
12/18/2020
HOLIDAY TRASH PICKUP SCHEDULE
NO TRASH or REFUSE COLLECTION
CHRISTMAS Day and NEW YEAR’S DAY
Holiday garbage and recycling pickup schedule:
Friday, December 25th, 2020 garbage and recycling will be picked up Thursday, December 24th, 2020. Friday, January 1st, 2021 garbage and recycling will be picked up on Thursday, December 31st, 2020
All other days remain the same.
Please place trash at the curbside the night before your pickup day. Please use proper containers. Please refrain from putting trash at curbside any other time. Consider your neighborhood and the Town/Village appearance.
Have a safe and happy holiday!
Help keep our community clean!
Town/Village of East Rochester
12/07/2020
TOWN/VILLAGE BOARD MEETING
Thursday December 10th 2020 7:00 pm
Please click the link below to join the webinar:
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12/03/2020
Mobile DMV Update
Monroe County Clerk, Jamie Romeo provided an update on plans for 2021. Mobile DMV services are not approved by the New York State DMV and no plans are in place to bring them back at this time. All four County locations are providing servces and they are processing requests in half the time that New York State is. If you looking to have something processed in a reasonable amount of time please consider sending it to the Monroe County DMV . For more information on services please visit https://www.monroecounty.gov/clerk
11/25/2020
HAPPY THANKSGIVING
Tomorrow is Thanksgiving 2020. A day that will be like no other in modern time. A year that is like no other in modern time. Tomorrow is Thanksgiving. A day to stop, gather, eat a meal and celebrate this year’s harvest and other blessings. A day to celebrate.
To many, the Thanksgiving celebration doesn’t feel so special this year. Many are dealing with pain and suffering that the Covid-19 virus has brought upon them, their families and their jobs and livelihood. Many others are dealing with not being able to travel, visit with family, gather at their homes or enjoy their normal Thanksgiving traditions. Yet, tomorrow is Thanksgiving. A day to be thankful. A day to celebrate. So, what are you thankful for?
I am thankful for all of you who are reading this message. It means that I’m alive to write it and you’re alive to read it. For that, I’m thankful. I’m thankful that I survived the Covid-19 virus. Yes, I was stricken with the virus recently and I beat it. I’m thankful for my family, my village, my job, my coworkers and my customers and all the wonderful people who have supported me this year. I’m also thankful for the residents of East Rochester who have chosen me to be their Mayor. I promised to do the best job possible and bring common sense back to local government. Hopefully, you feel that I am and can see the effects of good leadership.
I am thankful that my parents, my in laws, my wife and my children are all safe this Thanksgiving holiday. Although we won’t be together, we know that better, safer and happier days are coming when we can gather and celebrate together.
A friend of mine said “look at your pictures on your cell phone”. That will show you what you’re thankful for. As I look, I see my family, my dog, my job, my office, my customers, fire trucks - lots of fire trucks, and happiness. I’m thankful for being happy this year. I hope you’re happy too! Have a great thanksgiving holiday and remember to be happy! We’ve got this. 2020 is a year like no other. Here’s to better days ahead!
John
11/17/2020
HOLIDAY TRASH PICKUP SCHEDULE
Trash and Recycling will not be picked up on Thanksgiving Day. Holiday Trash and Recycling scheduled for Thursday, November 26th will be picked up on Wednesday, November 25th. All other collection days will remain the same.
Please place trash at the curbside the night before your scheduled collection day, no earlier than 6:00 pm. Please use proper containers with lids and refrain from putting out your trash at any other time. Consider your neighborhood and the appearnace of the community.
Have a Safe & Happy Holiday and please help us keep East Rochester clean.
11/12/2020
November Town/Village Board Meeting begins at 7:00PM will be virtual
The Town/Village monthly meeting can be seen live by clicking on this direct link:
https://zoom.us/j/99393569490?pwd=bkZjKzFWZVNSWmd2Tmt2cThFaUtJdz09
password 302056
11/04/2020
VETERANS DAY CEREMONIES
Veteran's Day is this Wednesday, November 11, 2020. This year, due to the Covid-19 pandemic and out of an abundance of caution for our community, we will not gather to thank our Veteran's as we have in the past. Instead, I ask all of you to tune into ERCN TV-12, cable channel 1303, or online and watch Nick Verzella's Veterans Day speech where he honors many of our local Veterans.
We pause this week to thank all of those East Rochester residents who served our country in the US Military. God Bless our Veterans and God Bless America!
11/04/2020
The Department of Public Works will be collecting leaves this Saturday, November 7th from 7:00 am to 3:30 pm throughout the community. If you have an opportunity to rake them to the curb please do so by Saturday in the morning.
NO PARKING REMINDER
Parking of vehicles is herby prohibited on all "Streets" in the Town/Village of East Rochester between the hours of 3:00 am and 6:00 am from November 15th 2020 to April 15th 2020. Per Order of Michael Brandenburg, Chief of Police.
11/02/2020
A HORSE'S FRIEND IS BACK
On Friday November 13th from 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm "A Horse'S Friend" will be back in Edmund Lyon Park.
Free to the Public - Donations suggested. The event includes pony rides for youth age 7 and up as well as time to meet the horses and learn about the AHF program.
Please Remember Masks & Social Distancing rules must be followed at all times by participants and family members.
All street lights are owned, operated and maintained by Rochester Gas &Electric. The Town/Village does not perform any maintenance of street lights, including street lights that are not working. Please call RG&E if you have a concern about any street light. This information and more can be found on their website. Customers can also go on line to register a street light that is out at www.rge.com.
10/27/2020
Recycling is something we all should do - understanding what can be recycled is very helpful so we've created a flyer that will help with that. To access the flyer, please click here.
10/15/2020
THE FRIENDS OF THE EAST ROCHESTER LIBRARY BOOK SALE
Saturday, October 24th from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm See Event Flyer
10/08/2020
October Town/Village Board Meeting begins at 7:00 pm
The Town/Village monthly meeting can be seen live by clicking on this direct link: https://videoplayer.telvue.com/player/FcqTL0OYMCGU6WlccUApyUL3twz4dm9V/playlists/6915/stream/844?sequenceNumber=1&autostart=true&showtabssearch=true
If you log in prior to the meeting, you get an error code and you may have to refresh your browser once the normal meeting time begins.
Please review the meeting agenda posted on our website. Should you have questions or comments please email them to mdambrose@eastrochester.org by no later than 2:00 pm on October 8th. The questions will be read and answers will be provided during the Public Forum portion of the meeting. The board meeting will also be available on-demand at ERCN's streaming site later Thursday evening.
10/07/2020
FINAL 2020 FOODLINK DISTRIBUTION
The final Food Distribution of 2020 will take place on Thursday. October 15th, from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm. Please see the attached flyer for more information on how to register.
10/02/2020
This Thursday October 8th, 2020 The Town/Village Board will be holding a Swearing in Ceremony at 6:30 pm in the parking lot of the Eyer Building for:
Chief Michael Brandenburg
Officer Alessia Amati
Officer Christopher Piper
Library Director Timothy Ryan
Masks are required to be worn by all attending and physical distancing practices must be maintained.
10/02/2020
NOTICE OF PUBLIC WORKS PROJECT
Woodneath Crescent is scheduled for milling and paving to begin on Monday, October 5th weather permitting. Villager Construction will be performing the work. During the week of the 5th all residents on that Woodneath Cresent are asked to park in available spots on Forest Road and W. Avenue near the park.
9/25/2020
It is with regret that due to Covid-19 and due to pysical distancing requirements we are Officilly Cancelling the 2020 East Rochester Christmas Festival. Every effort will be made to hold the event in 2021. Please continue to check back for updated information over the coming months.
9/25/2020
NOTICE OF PUBLIC WORKS PROJECT
Woodneath Cresent is tentativley scheduled for milling and paving the week of Octpber 5th. Villager Construction will be performing the work. Additional work by Swagler Tree Service and RG&E may be permormed as well. During the week of the 5th all residents on that Woodneath Cresent are asked to park in available spots on Forest Road and W. Avenue.
9/24/2020
Tommorow is the big day " A HORSE'S FRIEND" is coming to East Rochester
Friday September, 25th from 3:30 pm to 5:30 pm (Rain Date October 2nd)
Edmund Lyon Park
Free to the Public - Donations suggested. The event includes pony rides for youth age 7 and up as well as time to meet the horses and learn about the AHF program.
Please Remember Masks & Social Distancing rules must be followed at all times by participants and family members.
Event Flyer
9/15/2020
SAVE THE DATE " A HORSE'S FRIEND" is coming to East Rochester
Friday September, 25th from 3:30 pm to 5:30 pm (Rain Date October 2nd)
Edmund Lyon Park
Free to the Public - Donations suggested. The event includes pony rides for youth age 7 and up as well as time to meet the horses and learn about the AHF program.
Please Remember Masks & Social Distancing rules must be followed at all times by participants and family members.
Event Flyer
9/8/2020
September Monthly Board Meeting Notice:
This is the link to the East Rochester Town/Village Board Meeting live stream: https://videoplayer.telvue.com/player/FcqTL0OYMCGU6WlccUApyUL3twz4dm9V/playlists/6915/stream/844?sequenceNumber=1&autostart=true&showtabssearch=true
If you log on prior to the meeting, you will see an error code. Refresh your browser at 7pm, and you will be able to watch the live stream. The meeting will also be posted to the on-demand section of our streaming site within 24 hours of the meeting. All Town/Village Board meetings are posted on-demand here: https://videoplayer.telvue.com/player/FcqTL0OYMCGU6WlccUApyUL3twz4dm9V/playlists/7042?autostart=true&showtabssearch=true
9/04/2020
WELCOME BACK TO SCHOOL
The School year begins on Thursday, September 10 th so please remember that as a walking school district children will be crossing many local streets starting that morning and again in the afternoon. Below is a list of Traffic Guard locations:
Morning time Afternoon time
Main Street/ Ivy Street 7:30 am - 8:50 am 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Garfield Street/ Woodbine Avenue 7:45 am - 9:05 am 1:50 pm - 2:50 pm
Garfield Street/ W. Avenue 7:30 am - 8:50 am 1:50 pm - 2:50 pm
W. Hickory Street/ S. Washington Street 7:30 am - 8:50 am 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Garfield Street/ W. Ivy Street 7:45 am - 9:05 am 1:50 pm - 2:50 pm
NO TRAFFIC GUARD WILL BE STATIONED AT W. COMMERCIAL STREET/ S. WASHINGTON STREET
8/19/2020
The Fairport Police Department, in conjunction with the East Rochester Police Department and the Monroe County Sheriff's Department is hosting an outdoor public forum to promote dialogue between law enforcement personnel and our community. All interested people are invited to attend this event. For complete information, please find the event flyer here.
7/29/2020
The Mornoe County ecopark has reopened! For more information, you may access their announcement here.
7/28/2020
Spray Park Update
The Spray park has reopened as of noon today.
7/27/2020
Spray Park Update
The Monroe County Water Authority will be repairing a break in the water main behind the Bird-Morgan School on Tuesday, July 28th. The Spray Park will be closed for an indefinate period of time on Tuesday while the repairs are made.
7/23/2020
MILLING & PAVING UPDATE
The 100 block of W. Commercial Street paving has been completed. Striping is scheduled to begin at 6:00 am on July 24th. Friday July 24th the 200 block of W. Commercial Street is scheduled to be paved by (VILLAGER CONSTRUCTION) weather permitting.
7/22/2020
MILLING & PAVING UPDATE
The work scheduled for today, Wednesday July 22nd by (VILLAGER CONSTRUCTION) has been cancelled due to inclement weather. Tommorrow and Friday are the planned make up dates again weather permitting.
7/21/2020
MILLING & PAVING UPDATE
FYI, on Wednesday July 22nd (VILLAGER CONSTRUCTION) will be milling and paving the 100 & 200 blocks of W. Commercial Street (weather permitting).
MONROE COUNTY DRIVE THRU FOOD DISTRIBUTIONS ARE BACK
Foodlink will be back in town on July 23rd for another distibution. They are returing in August for the fourth and final community food distribution event.
7/14/2020
To the Businesses & Residents of the 100 & 200 blocks of West Commercial Street
Beginning on Monday, July 20, 2020 (weather permitting), the Town/Village of East Rochester has hired Villager Construction to mill and pave the 100 & 200 blocks of W. Commercial Street. This process should be completed in 3 to 4 days, while the street will remain open during the project, there will be delays and inconveniences.
This is a significant portion of our downtown business district and we believe the end results will far outweigh the short term inconvenience. At the end of the project all of the parking and crosswalk lines will be professionally painted by Accent Painting. You may notice some modification to the current design as some small safety changes will be made.
We appreciate your patience and understanding. Should you have any questions regarding this project, please call the Department of Public Works at 585-381-1565. Your cooperation is greatly appreciated during this project.
Thank you, Town/Village of East Rochester ~ Department of Public Works
7/13/2020
Please see the most recent video regarding the Covid-19 virus: https://videoplayer.telvue.com/player/FcqTL0OYMCGU6WlccUApyUL3twz4dm9V/playlists/7042/media/575514?sequenceNumber=25&autostart=true&showtabssearch=true
7/07/2020
JULY BOARD MEETING
Please review the meeting agenda posted on our website. Should you have questions or comments please email them to mdambrose@eastrochester.org by no later than 2:00 pm on July 9th. The questions will be read and answers will be provided during the Public Forum portion of the meeting. The board meeting will also be available on-demand at ERCN's streaming site later Thursday evening.
FIRE DEPARTMENT CHICKEN BBQ
Main Street will be closed from 2:30 pm to approximately 5:00 pm on Saturday July 25th to facilitate Physical Distancing for all those wishing to support the Fire Department by purchasing Chicken Dinners.
SPRAY PARK HOURS EXTENDED
Begininng July 6th the new hours will be from 8:30 am to 8:00 pm.
6/29/2020
NO PARKING/ACCESS REMINDER: The Eyer Building Municipal Parking Lot will be closed for sealing and striping begginning at 6:30 am on Tuesday, June 30th and will reopen on Thursday, July 1st at 7:30 pm.
6/27/2020
Fire Department Chicken Barbeque Flyer: click here for more information.
6/25/2020
MONROE COUNTY DRIVE THRU FOOD DISTRIBUTIONS ARE BACK
The next Foodlink event will be held on Thursday, July 23rd from Noon to 2:00 pm. TO PRE-REGISTER FOR AN EMERGENCY FOOD BOX DISTRIBUTION. PLEASE CALL 2-1-1 OR TEXT 898-211 TODAY. First to call, first to be served. Callers will be allowed to register for TWO distributions per month. See attached flyer: /Portals/0/Departments/Clerks%20Office/Docs/COVID%20Box%20Dist%20Flyer%20-%20July%20-%20English.pdf
6/23/2020
East Rochester Spray Park Rules & Regulations June 2020 ~ Open 10:00 am to 6:00 pm
This Spray Park is subject to the operating conditions defined in New York State Sanitary Code and is permitted to operate for members of the public during the COVID-19 public health emergency so long as all users adhere to any applicable Executive Orders and the following NYSDOH restrictions:All individuals must maintain a distance of at least six feet from other individuals at all times, unless they are members of the same household or family unit, or safety or the core activity requires a shorter distance.However, any time individuals are within six feet of individuals outside of their household or family unit and not in the water, they must wear an acceptable face covering that covers both the nose and mouth. Individuals must be prepared to don a face covering if another person unexpectedly comes within six feet.
For health and safety concerns, ensure face coverings are not worn by individuals while they are in the water;
Limit the maximum size of any single group of people on the premise or in the water to 10 or fewer individuals; however, there may be more than one group on premise or in water so long as they are able to be separated by at least six feet; Occupancy of the Spray Park is limited to the number of individuals and groups who can be safely and appropriate spaced such that each individual and group is at least six feet away from others.
Different groups of people must remain separated by at least six feet while on the premise or in the water, to the extent possible.
Supplies have been provided for proper hand and respiratory hygiene, including soap, running water, and disposable paper towels; alcohol-based hand sanitizer containing at least 60% alcohol for areas where handwashing facilities may not be available or practical; and tissues and trash receptacles.
Enhanced cleaning and disinfection protocols have been put in place, in compliance with all cleaning and disinfections procedures from NYSDOH, particularly cleaning and disinfection of high touch areas, including seats and benches. A cleaning log is maintained on site with documentation of date, time, and scope of cleaning and disinfection.
Social distancing markers have been affixed using tape that denote six feet of spacing in commonly used and other applicable areas located in the spray park
Signage has been posted throughout the premise to remind allindividuals to:
Please stay home if they you symptoms of COVID-19, have tested positive for COVID19 within the last 14 days, or were exposed through close contact to someone with COVID-19 within the last 14 days.
While at the Spray Park everyone must use proper hand and respiratory hygiene.
All visitors must adhere to social distancing rules.
While at the Spray Park everyone must comply with appropriate use of face coverings, and abide by cleaning and disinfecting protocols.
For assistance with cleaning supplies while at the Spray Park please call the Department of Public Works at 381-1565 between 10:00 am and 6:00 pm.
6/17/2020
Please see the most recent video regarding the Covid-19 virus: https://videoplayer.telvue.com/player/FcqTL0OYMCGU6WlccUApyUL3twz4dm9V/playlists/7042/media/570165?sequenceNumber=21&autostart=true&showtabssearch=true
6/16/2020
SAFETY ALERT
MARSH ROAD TO GOLF AVENUE HAS BEEN SHUT DOWN DUE TO A CONSTRUCTION ACCIDENT. PLEASE AVOID TRAVELING IN THAT AREA.
6/15/2020
East Rochester Sewer Study Public Informational Meeting
The community is invited to join in and participate is this informational meeting as officials prepare to submit a grant application to replace sewers. Questions and feedback can be directed to mdambrose@eastrochester.org Residents will have the opportunity to speak by raising their hands. This meeting will be re-broadcast on ERCN, Spectrum 1303 and available on demand at ERCN's streaming site (link below) starting Thursday evening.
When: Jun 16, 2020 07:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)
Please click the link below to join the webinar:
https://zoom.us/j/92662099808?pwd=Z09udzFWYklHSUhheUQxc3hkWnYydz09
Password: 943768
Or iPhone one-tap : US: +16465588656,,92662099808# or +13017158592,,92662099808#
Or Telephone: Dial(for higher quality, dial a number based on your current location):
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Webinar ID: 926 6209 9808
International numbers available: https://zoom.us/u/ad7F59WSOy
Sewer Study Draft Report :/Portals/0/Departments/Clerks%20Office/Docs/Sewer%20Study%20Report%20%28Draft%29.pdf
Sewer Study Meeting Video https://videoplayer.telvue.com/player/FcqTL0OYMCGU6WlccUApyUL3twz4dm9V/playlists/7042/media/570909?sequenceNumber=4&autostart=true&showtabssearch=true
6/12/2020
Monroe County’s 2020 Spotlight
Waste & Recycling Workers Week
The week of June 17th is a time for communities to collectively show our appreciation, and Monroe County’s Department of Environmental Services Solid Waste Division would like to recognize waste and recycling workers from Monroe County through our Waste & Recycling Workers Spotlight.
Congratulations Frank Rossi, Truck Driver for being recognized, representing all of out team at the Department of Public Works.
5/31/2020
For IMMEDIATE ATTENTION: The County Executive, Adam Bello, has issued a COUNTY WIDE CURFEW, which includes East Rochester, again tonight, Sunday, May 31, from 9pm to 6am Monday morning. Please stay home and be off the streets during this time. Thank you.
5/30/2020
A Public Safety Message from Mayor John R. Alfieri and Police Chief Steven J. Clancy:
Monroe County has issued a curfew for all residents from 9:00 pmthis evening to 7:00 am Sunday. Plesae remain in your home for the safet-y of all residents. The curfew is part of a local state of emergency. All non-essential pedestrian and vehicle traffic is prohibited.
5/23/2020
Memorial Day Plans 2020
Please consider joining the Town/Village Board & American Legion Post #1917 on three initiatives to recognize Veterans who paid the ultimate sacrifice:
1. Tie a Red Ribbon around a Tree or Pole in your yard
2. Fly an American Flag on your house in your yard or on your garage
3. Leave a light on from Sunday evening 5/24/2020 at 8:00 pm to Monday morning 5/25/2020 at 8:00 am
From all of us at the Town/Village of East Rochester Happy Memorial Day Weekend. Please remember all those who served and paid the ultimate sacrifice for the freedoms we enjoy. Be safe, please physical distance, wear a facial covering and remember we are all in this together.
5/202020
SANITARY SEWER STUDY PUBLIC INPUT MEETING
A Public Informational meeting will be held on Tuesday June 16, 2020 beginning at 7:00 pm for the purposes of gathering input from the general public. The meeting will be held via a ZOOM Webinar to review the Town/Village of East Rochester Sanitary Sewer Study Report prepared by Parrone Engineering. This meeting will be to solicit the public's input for a Phase 1 application that will be submitted to NY State for a Clean Water Revolving Fund grant. The application will be included in the July 27th deadline through the CFA, Consolidated Funding Application.
5/19/2020
EAST ROCHESTER BUSINESS UPDATE
The following businesses are open and would welcome your continued patronage. Please feel free to call them or go online. Several can be ordered through Grub Hub.
Burger King Fairport Road – Walk in orders Monday – Sunday 7:00 am – 10:00 pm, drive through daily to 8:00 pm
Crust Pizza Kitchen – Take out & Delivery Sunday to Thursday 9:00 am – 8:00 pm daily, Friday & Saturday to 10:00 pm
Domino’s Pizza – Take out & Delivery 10:30 am to 11:00 pm Sunday to Thursday, 10:30 am to 12:00 midnight Friday & Saturday
Dunkin Donuts – W. Linden Avenue – Drive through only daily 6:00 am to 6:00 pm daily
Ferrari's Pizza Bar – Takeout and delivery through Grub Hub starting at 4:00 pm daily
Good Smoke Barbeque – Take out Monday – Friday 11:00 am – 9:00 pm, Saturday 12:00 am – 9:00, Sunday 12:00 am – 8:00
Guacamole Mexican Taqueria – Curbside pickup & Delivery 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm, Monday – Saturday, Closed Sunday. May 1st hours will increase to 8:00 pm.
JT’s Pizza & Plates – Curbside pickup up & Delivery Monday – Thursday 11:00 am to 10:00 pm, Friday 11:00 am to 11:30 pm, Saturday 1:00 pm to 11:30 pm, Sunday 1:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Lemoncello Italian Restaurant & Bar – Take out Monday – Sunday 4:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Leo’s Bakery & Deli – Monday to Saturday 8:00 am to 8:00 pm, Sunday 8:00 am to 6:00 pm
Northside Inn – Take out 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm Wednesday – Sunday, Closed Monday & Tuesday
Perlo’s Restaurant – Curbside Touchless Pickup & Limited Delivery Area 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm Monday – Sunday
Prince Georges – Friday from 4:00 pm – 8:00 pm Take out or Curbside pickup
Salvatore’s Pizza – Take out & Delivery 11:00 am to 8:00 pm Monday to Saturday, Sunday 2:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Tim Hortons – W. Commercial Street – Drive through only 7:00 am to 3:00 pm Monday – Sunday
Wendy’s – Walk in orders Monday – Sunday 11:00 am – 5:00 pm, drive through daily to 6:30 am to 11:00 pm
5/18/2020
Please see the most recent video regarding the Covid-19 virus: https://videoplayer.telvue.com/player/FcqTL0OYMCGU6WlccUApyUL3twz4dm9V/playlists/7042/media/563648?sequenceNumber=16&autostart=true&showtabssearch=true
5/14/2020
Mobile DMV
Monroe County Clerk Jamie Romeo has cancelled all Mobile DMV services for the remainder of 2020. The DMV unit will not be in East Rochester until 2021. For more information please visit www.monroecounty.gov
5/12/2020
2020 Census Digital Action in Monroe County
Due to the Corona Virus hiring for Census trackers is on hold but they are accepting applications. Applicants can apply at: https://2020census.gov/en/jobs.html
Memorial Day Plans 2020
Please consider joining the Town/Village Board & American Legion Post #1917 on three initiatives to recognize Veterans who paid the ultimate sacrifice:
1. Tie a Red Ribbon around a Tree or Pole in your yard
2. Fly an American Flag on your house in your yard or on your garage
3. Leave a light on from Sunday evening 5/24/2020 at 8:00 pm to Monday morning 5/25/2020 at 8:00 am
5/112020
Please see the most recent video regarding the Covid-19 virus: https://videoplayer.telvue.com/player/FcqTL0OYMCGU6WlccUApyUL3twz4dm9V/playlists/7042/media/562134?sequenceNumber=14&autostart=true&showtabssearch=true
MASK FOR BUSINESSES
Please email mdambrose@eastrochester.org if your business is in need of masks for your employees. Inculde the business name and address as well as the number of masks you would like. Please include the best phone number to call to schedule pick up/drop off.
5/08/2020
ROC COVID-19
Together Help us keep tabs on COVID-19 in the Greater Rochester region. The better we track it, the faster we can all get back to our lives. Please visit www.roccovid.org/ to register.
5/07/2020
MONROE COUNTY DRIVE THRU FOOD DISTRIBUTIONS
Please click on the following link to see how to sign up for food from Foodlink: Food Drive Flyer
The Bulk Schedule has been updated . Please click on the following link to see the new schedule: Bulk Schedule
5/06/2020
Please read the Press Release from Mayor John R. Alfieri on the Community Mask Distribution program pertaining to the Covid-19 virus:
For Immediate Release, May 06 2020
Media Contact:
John R. Alfieri
Mayor
585-259-8056
mdambrose@eastrochester.org
or
Martin G. D’Ambrose
Village Administrator
585-586-3553
585-754-4413
mdambrose@eastrochester.org
News from the Office of John R. Alfieri East Rochester Mayor
EAST ROCHESTER, N.Y. – East Rochester Mayor John R. Alfieri and the Board of Trustees along with Monroe County Executive Adam Bello Announces a Coordinated Plan to Distribute Face Coverings to County Residents. Colleagues from Towns & Villages throughout Monroe County come together to partner on a new initiative to distribute face coverings to county residents. This plan is part of the County’s ongoing efforts to improve and protect the safety and wellbeing of our community during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Working with city, town and village governments, Monroe County is coordinating the distribution of more than 1 million masks from the county’s stockpile to local residents. Monroe County’s acquisition of additional face coverings was made possible through a reimbursable expense covered under the federal CARES Act. “We have preached the importance of regularly washing or sanitizing your hands, maintaining a physical distance of at least six feet from others and wearing a face covering when out in public for nearly two months.
Through this effort, millions of face coverings will be distributed through municipal governments and community partners and will go to any resident who is interested or in need. “East Rochester residents have answered the call and helped to flatten our curve. But we must proceed with caution. Any lapse in social distancing, refusal to wear a face covering or other triggers could cause a spike, which we have worked so hard together to avoid. That is why we continue to recommend that out of an abundance of caution you continue to wear your face covering whenever you are out in public, regardless of the situation. Below is a list of all locations.
Be Safe, Stop the Spread and God Bless.
East Rochester Municipal Offices (Eyer Building), 317 Main St, East Rochester, NY 14445 10:00 am to 2:00 pm only
5/04/2020
Please see the most recent video regarding the Covid-19 virus: https://videoplayer.telvue.com/player/FcqTL0OYMCGU6WlccUApyUL3twz4dm9V/playlists/7042/media/560303?sequenceNumber=28&autostart=true&showtabssearch=true
5/01/2020
#2020Census
Digital Action Weekend is May 1st to May 3rd. East Rochester would like to promote and encourage the public, your family, and friends to respond today.
The message right now is this: The Census is easy, safe, and important. Once you have responded, please encourage your family, friends, and your entire social network to complete the census, too. To respond online please visit: https://my2020census.gov/
Check out the response rates map: https://2020census.gov/en/response-rates.html to see how East Rochester is doing. We encourage everyone to participate. It’s a great way to track the progress of the nation’s self-response. The map is updated every afternoon to reflect the self-response rate of the country and of each state, county, city, and census tract.
4/30/2020
Town/Village of East Rochester Residents
" Be a good neighbor and clean up after your dog(s)"
Animal Control/ Building Deparment continues to receive numerous complaints regarding dog owners not picking up after their dog(s). Section 81-6A-3 of the Town/ Village code states that dog owners are responsible for their dog(s) including clean up on others as well as your own property. We understand the weather is great for walking your dog, but we will issue warnings, fines, and or court action to any resident/non residents who does not follow the Town/ Village code listed above.
If anyone sees a dog owner not following this code, or has questions regarding this matter please contact the Building Deparment at 585-385-3513.
4/28/2020
On Monday, April 27th of April the Town/Village of East Rochester received a letter from Jamie Romeo, Monroe County Clerk informing us that the Mobile DMV service offered by the County will remain suspended for the remainder of 2020. The Clerk's Office will be evaluating services they provide to offer the best physical distancing practices at all thier locations. For more updated information please visit www.monroecounty.gov
4/27/2020
Please see the most recent video regarding the Covid-19 virus: https://videoplayer.telvue.com/player/FcqTL0OYMCGU6WlccUApyUL3twz4dm9V/playlists/7042/media/558557?sequenceNumber=26&autostart=true&showtabssearch=true
EAST ROCHESTER BUSINESS UPDATE
The following businesses are open and would welcome your continued patronage. Please feel free to call them or go online. Several can be ordered through Grub Hub.
Burger King Fairport Road – Walk in orders Monday – Sunday 7:00 am – 8:00 pm, drive through daily to 8:00 pm
Crust Pizza Kitchen – Take out & Delivery 11:00 am – 8:00 pm daily
Domino’s Pizza – Take out & Delivery 10:30 am to 11:00 pm Sunday to Thursday, 10:30 am to 12:00 midnight Friday & Saturday
Dunkin Donuts – W. Linden Avenue – Drive through only daily 6:00 am to 6:00 pm daily
Ferrari's Pizza Bar – Take out and delivery through Grub Hub starting at 4:00 pm daily
Good Smoke Barbeque – Take out Monday – Friday 11:00 am – 9:00 pm, Saturday 12:00 am – 9:00, Sunday 12:00 am – 8:00
Guacamole Mexican Taqueria – Curbside pickup & Delivery 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm, Monday – Saturday, Closed Sunday. May 1st hours will increase to 8:00 pm.
JT’s Pizza & Plates – Curbside pickup up & Delivery Monday – Thursday 11:00 am to 10:00 pm, Friday 11:00 am to 11:30 pm, Saturday 1:00 pm to 11:30 pm, Sunday 1:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Lemoncello’s – Take out Monday – Sunday 4:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Leo’s Bakery & Deli – Monday to Saturday 10:00 am to 7:00 pm, Sunday 10:00 am to 6:00 pm
Northside Inn – Take out 3:00 pm to 8:00 pm Wednesday – Sunday, Closed Monday & Tuesday
Perlo’s Restaurant– Curbside Touchless Pickup & Limited Delivery Area 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm Monday – Sunday
Prince Georges - Friday from 4:00 pm – 8:00 pm Take out or Curbside pickup
Salvatore’s Pizza – Take out & Delivery 11:00 am to 8:00 pm daily
Tim Hortons W. Commercial Street – Drive through only 7:00 am to 3:00 pm Monday – Sunday
Wendy’s – Walk in orders Monday – Sunday 9:00 am – 2:00 pm, drive through daily to 8:00 pm
4/20/2020
Please see the most recent video regarding the Covid-19 virus: https://videoplayer.telvue.com/player/FcqTL0OYMCGU6WlccUApyUL3twz4dm9V/playlists/7042/media/556804?sequenceNumber=25&autostart=true&showtabssearch=true
The Town/Village will hold a live video conference for a workshop meeting Thursday, April 23rd at 5:30 pm. If you would like to attend the live video conference, use the "https" link below or copy and paste the link below into you web browser, download the zoom app and use the password below. Attendees can use a computer or any smart device (tablet or smart phone).
https://zoom.us/j/95915363717?pwd=UUozenBnTnpZbnBHL0dqZDB5Zkdwdz09
Password: 302056
Attendees can also call in by phone and listen to the board meeting live at the phone numbers below.
Or iPhone one-tap :
US: +16465588656,,95915363717# or +13126266799,,95915363717# Or Telephone:
Dial(for higher quality, dial a number based on your current location):
US: +1 646 558 8656 or +1 312 626 6799 or +1 669 900 9128 or
+1 253 215 8782 or +1 301 715 8592 or +1 346 248 7799
Webinar ID: 985 9739 5047
The meeting will also be streamed live through ERCN's normal broadcast distribution points:
On Spectrum 1303
ERCN's media player portal: https://videoplayer.telvue.com/player/FcqTL0OYMCGU6WlccUApyUL3twz4dm9V/stream/690?fullscreen=false&showtabssearch=true&autostart=true
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC03XtcL2Tr-Cg2eIV5SMFRw
And Roku - PEGTV channel
4/16/2020
The Town/Village will hold a live video conference for the monthly board meeting tonight at 7:00pm. If you would like to attend the live video conference, use the "https" link below or copy and paste the link below into you web browser, download the zoom app and use the password below. Attendees can use a computer or any smart device (tablet or smart phone).
https://zoom.us/j/98597395047?pwd=dTZ5V3ltb3Z1YWh4OWVpZ1BBRXlXQT09
Password: 302056
Attendees can also call in by phone and listen to the board meeting live at the phone numbers below.
Or iPhone one-tap :
US: +16465588656,,98597395047# or +13126266799,,98597395047#
Or Telephone:
Dial (for higher quality, dial a number based on your current location):
US: +1 646 558 8656 or +1 312 626 6799 or +1 301 715 8592 or +1 346 248 7799 or +1 669 900 9128 or +1 253 215 8782
Webinar ID: 985 9739 5047
The meeting will also be streamed live through ERCN's normal broadcast distribution points:
On Spectrum 1303
ERCN's media player portal: https://videoplayer.telvue.com/player/FcqTL0OYMCGU6WlccUApyUL3twz4dm9V/stream/690?fullscreen=false&showtabssearch=true&autostart=true
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC03XtcL2Tr-Cg2eIV5SMFRw
And Roku - PEGTV channel
4/13/2020
Please see the most recent video regarding the Covid-19 virus: https://videoplayer.telvue.com/player/FcqTL0OYMCGU6WlccUApyUL3twz4dm9V/media/555223?autostart=true&showtabssearch=true
The April Town/Village Board Meeting will be video conferenced live this Thursday beginning at 7:00 pm. Anyone with a computer, tablet or smart phone will be able to log in and watch the board meeting live through Zoom Video Conferencing. For those who do not have a smart phone or computer you can call in from your telephone to listen to the board meeting. Please review the meeting agenda posted on our website. Should you have questions or comments please email them to mdambrose@eastrochester.org by no later than 2:00 pm on April 16th. Mayor Alfieri will read questions and provide answers during the Public Forum portion of the meeting. The board meeting will also be available on-demand at ERCN's streaming site later Thursday evening. The Video Conferencing link and instructions will be added here by Thursday.
For more information on Financial assistance and resources during this emergency please visit:
https://www2.monroecounty.gov/health-COVID-19
4/07/2020
This years CleanSweep, scheduled for Saturday, May 16th and the Memorial Day Parade scheduled for Saturday, May 23rd have been cancelled.
4/06/2020
Please see the most recent video regarding the Covid-19 virus: https://videoplayer.telvue.com/player/FcqTL0OYMCGU6WlccUApyUL3twz4dm9V/playlists/7042/media/553597?sequenceNumber=23&autostart=true&showtabssearch=true
4/02/2020
SNAP BENEFITS
Today County Executive Adam Bello announced a change to the SNAP Benefits. Recipients will see an enhancement with no notification beginning on 04/10/2020. All recipients will automatically increase to the maximum allowable benefit for an additional two months. To apply for benefits please call 585-753-2740.
If your child receives free or reduced lunches at school and you are not currently a recipient of SNAP benefits, you may register to receive them at www.mybenefits.com or by calling 585-753-2740 for assistance.
4/01/2020
Here is an update from John Alfieri, Mayor of the Town/Village of East Rochester on the current situation facing all of us – Covid-19.
I want to continue to provide our residents and business owners with updates on what East Rochester is doing to assist during this time.
The NY State deadline for Social Distancing has been extended by the Governor Cuomo to April 15th and the Federal guidelines has been extended by President Trump until April 30th. This means we have a ways to go.
I would like to remind you that Social Distancing is critical to the success of slowing and controlling the Covid-19 virus.
Please keep your children off the playground equipment and away from gathering in our parks. The Public Restrooms at Edmund Lyon & Eyer Parks are officially closed to protect the community and our Town/Village DPW staff. The rims and nets on all basketball courts have also been removed. We have not officially closed the parks to allow those who wish to walk, exercise or walk their dogs the opportunity to do so. We also realize that to enforce such a measure would be unrealistic. Our parks are not fenced or gated. Enforcement would be nearly impossible and our police department needs to remain ready to respond to true emergencies. I am asking parents of our youth to help us enforce this.
As all New York State residents are required to take a 100% pause. What does that mean for each of you?
Only those essential employees that need to be at work or out in the community can and all others need to stay at home. This is to flatten the curve and slow down the spread of this virus. We want to protect our residents and our staff so we have taken measures to provide that services will remain uninterrupted.
Please be reminded that the April 2020 Scheduled Bulk Week 4/13- 4/17 has been cancelled. Also, the spring parking restrictions that normally end on April 15th have been lifted as of today.
These changes continue to be out of an abundance of caution for our families, businesses and visitors. Please restrict your travel for needs of food, gas and medicine and use social distancing whenever possible. Keep children occupied and out of public places without adult supervision.
We are evaluating this situation on a day-to-day basis and all plans continue to be subject to change at a moment’s notice. Visit www.eastrochester.org and watch the local news for additional updates as they become available. Social media sites such as ER Communicates are not official village websites and will not be updated as information changes.
Stay Home, Stop the Spread, Save Lives!
Thank you and God Bless.
3/30/2020
Please see the most recent video regarding the Covid-19 virus: https://videoplayer.telvue.com/player/FcqTL0OYMCGU6WlccUApyUL3twz4dm9V/playlists/7042/media/552347?sequenceNumber=23&autostart=true&showtabssearch=true
3/25/2020
EAST ROCHESTER BUSINESS UPDATE
The following businesses are open and would welcome your continued patronage. Please feel free to call them or go online. Several can be ordered through Grub Hub.
Broken Yolk - Take out 8:00 am to 2:00 pm daily
Burger King Fairport Road – Walk in orders Monday – Sunday 7:00 am – 8:00 pm, drive through daily to 8:00 pm
Crust Pizza Kitchen – Take out & Delivery 11:00 am – 8:00 pm daily
Domino’s Pizza – Take out & Delivery 10:30 am to 11:00 pm Sunday to Thursday, 10:30 am to 12:00 midnight Friday & Saturday
Dunkin Donuts W. Linden Avenue – Drive through only daily 6:00 am to 6:00 pm daily
Good Smoke Barbeque – Take out Monday – Friday 11:00 am – 9:00 pm, Saturday 12:00 am – 9:00, Sunday 12:00 am – 8:00
Guacamole Mexican Taqueria – Curbside pickup & Delivery 12:00 am to 7:00 pm, Monday – Saturday, Closed Sunday
JT’s Pizza & Plates – Curbside pickup up & Delivery Monday – Thursday 11:00 am to 10:00 pm, Friday 11:00 am to 11:30 pm, Saturday 1:00 pm to 11:30 pm, Sunday 1:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Lemoncello’s – Take out Monday – Sunday 4:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Leo’s Bakery & Deli – Monday to Saturday 10:00 am to 7:00 pm, Sunday 10:00 am to 6:00 pm
Northside Inn – Take out 3:00 pm to 8:00 pm Wednesday – Sunday, Closed Monday & Tuesday
Perlo’s Restaurant– Curbside Touchless Pickup & Limited Delivery Area 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm Monday – Sunday
Salvatore’s Pizza – Take out & Delivery 11:00 am to 8:00 pm daily
Tim Hortons W. Commercial Street – Drive through only 7:00 am to 3:00 pm Monday – Sunday
Wendy’s – Walk in orders Monday – Sunday 9:00 am – 2:00 pm, drive through daily to 8:00 pm
3/24/2020
The Monroe County Executive, Adam Bello, has issued a COVID-19 Information Sheet which provides helpful information for all residents of Monroe County. You are invited to access this document here.
3/23/2020
Hi, I am John R. Alfieri, Mayor of the Town/Village of East Rochester. I have created a personal video for the residents of East Rochester and invite you to access it here: https://videoplayer.telvue.com/player/FcqTL0OYMCGU6WlccUApyUL3twz4dm9V/playlists/7042/media/550703?sequenceNumber=21&autostart=true&showtabssearch=true
I want to continue to provide our residents and business owners with updates on what East Rochester is doing to assist in this time of growing uncertainty.
As we stated just last week we have been actively participating with County Executive Adam Bello and his team which includes Monroe County Commissioner of Public Health, Dr. Michael Mendoza on all municipal conference calls. This will continue daily as needed.
First let me say thank you.
I am happy to report that, as a community, East Rochester has truly listened and followed the guidelines received from Federal, State and County government leaders and for that we are grateful.
To be very transparent, I did declare a state of emergency on March 17, 2020, and would like to remind everyone of the previous executive orders that went into effect last Monday as well as some new ones:
• The East Rochester Public Library, Jean Daniel Senior Center, Youth Activity Center, Town Court, Office of Local History and Mobile DMV are all closed until further notice. The Eyer Building is closed to the general public.
• Public Access to the Department of Public Works grounds is prohibited until further notice.
• The Community Resource Center located at 333 E. Chestnut Street has expanded there hours. They will be open from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm Monday through Friday and will be available after hours by appointment only.
• The Public Restrooms at Edmund Lyon & Eyer Park have officially closed to protect the community and our Town/Village DPW staff.
The East Rochester Police Department will remain open. For those in need of Police assistance please call 911 or (585)-586-4399.
Effective today, Governor Cuomo’s Executive Orders have directed all New York State residents to take a 100% pause and that is what I would like to remind all East Rochester residents. What does that mean for each of you?
Only those essential employees that need to be at work or out in the community can and all others need to stay at home. This is to flatten the curve and slow down the spread of the virus.
We want to protect our residents and our staff so we have taken measures to provide that services will remain uninterrupted.
The Police Department, the Fire Department and the Public Works Departments are working but all facilities are restricted from Public Access. Our DPW has separated into two teams that work on a rotating basis, one week on and one week off. This assures that essential services of public sanitation will be provided without interruption.
• Due to this the April 2020 Scheduled Bulk Week 4/13- 4/17 is cancelled.
These changes continue to be out of an abundance of caution for our families, businesses and visitors. Please restrict your travel to the need for food, gas and medicine and use social distancing whenever possible. Keep children occupied and out of public places without adult supervision.
We are evaluating this situation on a day-to-day basis and all plans continue to be subject to change at a moment’s notice. Please continue to visit www.eastrochester.org and watch the news for additional updates as they become available.
Thank you and God Bless.
3/20/2020
EAST ROCHESTER MUNICIPAL UPDATE (EYER BUILDING)
Beginning Monday March 23rd, the Eyer Building will be completely closed to all public services. Calls can be taken by Police Department – 586-4399, Building Department – 385-3513 and Clerks office – 586-3553. Please continue to mail in tax payments or should you wish to pay by credit card visit www.monroecounty.gov
EAST ROCHESTER COMMUNITY RESOURCE CENTER
The Community Resource Center located at 333 E. Chestnut Street is open Monday through Friday for pick up only. Please call 586-0525 to place your order and they will provide items they have in stock. No rides or monetary requests can be filled at this time. Below is a list of items needed should you wish to donate:
Chicken Soup
Cereal
Pancake Mix
Pancake Syrup
Children’s snacks, fruit cups etc.
Body Wash
Shampoo
Toothpaste
Tooth Brushes
Deodorant
EAST ROCHESTER CABLE ACCESS TV-12
Our local cable access station, East Rochester Community News (ERCN), will continue its operation providing local programming and news to our residents and the surrounding communities. The broadcast can be seen on your TV through Spectrum channel 1303 and on ROKU using the PEG-TV app. The broadcast can also be seen via web streaming on computers, tablets and smart phones – streaming portals can be found on the home page of the Town/Village website, and on YouTube by searching for ERCN Live Stream. ERCN will provide updates from myself and the Town/Village offices to keep our residents up to date on community news as it pertains to the virus. If there are urgent public notifications the need to be made on the bulletin board you can email ercn@eastrochester.org
NY STATE UPDATE – GOVENOR ANDREW CUOMO
NEW YORK (WHEC) — Gov. Andrew Cuomo ordered non-essential businesses to keep 100% of their workforce at home to try to contain the fast-spreading COVID-19 outbreak across the state. “This is the most drastic action we can take,” Cuomo said Friday. Following Cuomo's executive order, the New York State Department of Economic Development issued this list of what is considered an essential business. Cuomo also banned gatherings of any size.
SERVICES NECESSARY TO MAINTAIN THE SAFETY, SANITATION AND ESSENTIAL OPERATIONS OF RESIDENCES OR OTHER ESSENTIAL BUSINESSES
- law enforcement
- fire prevention and response
- building code enforcement
- security
- emergency management and response
- building cleaners or janitors
- general maintenance whether employed by the entity directly or a vendor
- automotive repair
- disinfection
- doormen
3/19/2020
EAST ROCHESTER BUILDING DEPARTMENT
The Zoning Board meeting scheduled for April 14th has been cancelled. Applications can be mailed to the Building Department office for processing but no matters will be scheduled until the May 12th meeting. This is subject to changed based on input from Monroe County and New York State. The Rabies clinic scheduled for May 11th at the Quinzi Lodge is still on. Please visit www.eastrochester.org for more information.
EAST ROCHESTER ASSESSORS OFFICE
The exemption period ended March 1st. The tentative roll is on schedule to be filed on May 1st of 2020. Grievance Day details to follow, tentative date June 2, 2020. Assessment questions or matters can be emailed to jlegrett@eastrochesetr.org.
ST. JEROMES CHURCH
In case you were not aware, Saint Jerome’s Church is live streaming all 7:30 am weekday masses, 4:30 pm Saturday mass and 8:00 am/10:00 am Sunday masses. It includes a special prayer so that you can received the blessings of the Sacrament of the Eucharist remotely through your heart.
By tomorrow, all masses will also be on-demand so that you can view any streamed mass at any time. By the end of next week Saint Jerome will also have their own Roku, Amazon Fire and Apple TV channel, so you can watch the live stream on your TV.
Links to get the live stream and updates as they become available are on the church of Saint Jerome's website: https://stjeromerochester.org (there are only a handful of churches in Monroe County that stream masses).
NY STATE DEPARTMENT OF LABOR UPDATE
Governor Cuomo late yesterday issued an executive order that directs non-essential businesses to implement work-from-home policies effective Friday, March 20. Businesses that rely on in-office personnel must decrease their in-office workforce by 50 percent:
https://www.governor.ny.gov/news/no-2026-continuing-temporary-suspension-and-modification-laws-relating-disaster-emergency
Governor Cuomo earlier yesterday issued a separate executive order that includes several health care items and also information about closures at malls and amusement-related businesses:
https://www.governor.ny.gov/news/no-2025-continuing-temporary-suspension-and-modification-laws-relating-disaster-emergency
ESD has set up a web portal and FAQ page for individuals and businesses with business-related COVID-19 issues and questions on this website with all COVID-19 info: https://esd.ny.gov/esd-covid-19-related-resources
ESD supported Governor Cuomo in New York State’s declaration for SBA disaster assistance. We expect approval by the end of the week. This will allow small businesses and not-for-profits to apply for SBA disaster loans.
Many businesses and organizations have expressed a desire to support New York State as it responds to the virus outbreak. Individuals or groups looking to volunteer or contribute to the State’s effort should contact the Governor’s Office at covid19assistance@exec.ny.gov.
DOL has been working hard to keep up with the new demand for Unemployment Insurance and has institute new rules that include extended ours and restrictions about when to file based on your last name:
https://labor.ny.gov/pressreleases/2020/march-17-2020-1.shtm
DOL is also reminding businesses of its Shared Work Program that can provide an alternative to laying off employees during business downturns by allowing workers to work a reduced work schedule and collect partial unemployment insurance benefits for up to 26 weeks. Instead of cutting staff, you able to reduce the number of hours of all employees or just a certain group: https://www.labor.ny.gov/ui/employerinfo/shared-work-program.shtm
Below is the main NYS page for all COVID-19 information: https://coronavirus.health.ny.gov/home
3/18/2020
EAST ROCHESTER SCHOOL DISTRICT LUNCH PROGRAM
School Closure Meal Program Begins March 18, 2020
The East Rochester Union Free School District is committed to providing meals to children in need during the school closure. Beginning Wednesday, March 18, the District will offer breakfast and lunch meals for pick up on weekdays. There is NO income requirement or registration needed.
The program will be conducted drive-thru style. Just drive through the Jr/Sr High School traffic loop and pick up meals!
Meals-To-Go Lunch &: Next day Breakfast 11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.
Adults age 18+ can purchase breakfast for $2 and Lunch for $4.
EAST ROCHESTER POLICE DEPARTMENT
The East Rochester Police Department remains committed to serving our community during this State of Emergency. Our office will remain open and functioning, but the building (Eyer Building) will be closed. We do want to limit exposure to our employees, so we ask that you refrain from coming to our office for routine or non-emergency assistance. Please call the office during business hours at 585-586-4399, for routine assistance and request for information. You can reach an officer by calling 911 after business hours or on weekends. We will always respond for immediate needs and emergencies by calling 911. Thank you for your cooperation and understanding during this time. We need to take the necessary precautions to protect ourselves and so we can continue to serve the community. If calling 911 please inform the operator if you or anyone in your household is experiencing COVID-19 or flu-like symptoms.
EAST ROCHESTER DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS
Trash and recycling collections remains in effect until further notice. Staff can be reached at the DPW Monday through Friday from 7:30 am to 3:30 pm should you have questions.
EAST ROCHESTER PUBLIC LIBRARY
All materials checked out to patrons will not be accruing fines. Due date for all items is May 18th. Patrons encouraged took keep their books as there is no delivery throughout the Monroe County Library system.
ADVISORY: NEW YORK STATE DEPARTMENT OF LABOR IMPLEMENTS A FILING SYSTEM AND EXTENDS HOURS TO ADDRESS THE INFLUX OF UNEMPLOYMENT CLAIMS AND MAKE PROCESS MORE EFFICIENT FOR CLAIMANTS
Providing Unemployment Insurance benefits is DOL’s number one priority and everyone who is entitled to UI benefits will receive them in a timely manner.
To that end we are implementing a new more efficient filing system based on the first letter of the applicant’s last name (alphabetical order). Here is the step-by-step process for filing;
A - F: Monday
G – N: Tuesday
O – Z: Wednesday
Missed your day: Thursday and Friday
Filing later in the week will not delay payments or affect the date of an individual’s claim, since all claims are effective on the Monday of the week in which they are filed.
We are also extending filing hours as follows:
Monday through Thursday 8 am to 7:30 pm.
Friday 8:00 am to 6:00 pm.
Saturday 7:30 am to 8:00 pm.
Here is a step by step process to file a claim.
We are experiencing an unprecedented increase in the volume of calls and web traffic for Unemployment Insurance claims. This massive surge created intermittent interruptions in service. Our team is continuing to fix the problem as we monitor the situation around the clock.
By Noon today, we received more than 21,000 calls - compared to the 2K in total last Tuesday and, 110K website visits, compared to 42K last Tuesday.
DOL is adding staff and will be expanding hours to help address the rapid influx.
Our dedicated staff are working as hard as we can to ensure that all benefits are paid and we will continue to do so. We appreciate the public’s patience.
3/17/2020
Mayor Alfieri has declared a State of Emergency for the Town/Village of East Rochester. You may access the official notification here: State of Emergency Declaration.
Mayor Alfieri has created a video message for the residents of East Rochester to provide you with more information regarding the Town/Village response to the Coronavirus Pandemic. You are invited to view this video here:
https://videoplayer.telvue.com/player/FcqTL0OYMCGU6WlccUApyUL3twz4dm9V/media/549189?autostart=true&showtabssearch=true
3/16/2020
I wanted to take a few minutes to send you a personal message on what East Rochester is doing to assist residents and businesses in this time of uncertainty. We have been actively participating with County Executive Adam Bello and his team which includes Monroe County Commissioner of Public Health, Dr. Michael Mendoza on all municipal conference calls. This will continue several times weekly as needed.
As an alternative to a state of emergency, I have issued the following executive orders effective immediately:
• The East Rochester Public Library, Jean Daniel Senior Center, Youth Activity Center, Town Court, Office of Local History and Mobile DMV are all closed until further notice.
• Public Access to the Department of Public Works grounds is prohibited until further notice.
• Library Patrons, additional information on late fees and online programs will be provided as it becomes available.
• The Community Resource Center located at 333 E. Chestnut Street will begin expanded hours today, Monday, March 16th. They will be open from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm Monday through Friday and will be available after hours by appointment only.
Also beginning today, March 16th, the Town/Village Clerks office, Assessors office, Building Department will be available by appointment only. Please call to schedule an appointment between 8:30 am and 4:30 pm.
Clerk’s Office - (585) 586-3553
Assessors/Building Department - (585) 385-3513
The East Rochester Police Department will remain open. For those in need of Police assistance please call 911 or 586-4399.
Per a directive from the Office of Court Administration, all cases are being administratively adjourned until at least April 30th. Court staff will be sending out notifications of next court dates and will be available in the court office after that date.
The Town/Village of East Rochester is also following the recommendation of Monroe County's Department of Public Health to cancel or postpone all Town/Village related gatherings with more than (50) people in attendance. Should you wish to cancel your lodge or room reservation we will issue you a complete refund with no penalty.
For tax payments or questions we recommend residents call our offices at (585) 586-3553. To complete tax payment transactions online please visit www.monroecounty.gov whenever possible.
These recommendations are out of an abundance of caution for our families, businesses and visitors. Please limit travel and use social distancing whenever possible. Keep children occupied and out of public places without adult supervision.
We are evaluating this situation on a day-to-day basis and all plans are subject to change at a moment’s notice. Visit www.eastrochester.org and watch the news for additional updates as they become available.
Thank you and God Bless.
3/15/2020
Additional information pertaining to the management of the Coronavirus and the State of Emergency recently announced in Monroe County can be obtained by visiting the County's website at https://www2.monroecounty.gov/health-coronavirus
Effective immediately, the East Rochester Public Library is closed until further notice. Patrons may call between 8:30am and 4:30pm to ask reference questions and order materials from the East Rochester Library only. Holds from other libraries will not be accepted at this time. Additional information on late fees and online programs will be provided here as it becomes available.
The Community Resource Center located at 333 E. Chestnut Street will begin expanded hours on Monday, March 16th. They will be open from 9:00am to 5:00pm and will be available after hours by appointment only.
Beginning March 16th, the Town/Village Clerks, Accessors, Building Department and Court Clerk offices will be available by appointment only. Please call to schedule an appointment between 8:30m and 4:30pm.
The Office of Local History will be closed until further notice.
The East Rochester Police Department will remain open and the Clerks office will the staffed from 8:30am to 4:30pm.
3/14/2020
An an alternate to a state of emergency, I am issuing the following Executive Orders effective immediately:
- The Youth Activity Center is CLOSED until further notice;
- Public access to the DPW grounds is PROHIBITED until further notice. The gate will be marked "Employees only past this point";
- The ER Public Library will remain open but ALL special programs are cancelled until further notice. Occupancy by more than 50 people is strictly prohibited;
We are evaluating this situation on a day-to-day basis and all plans are subject to change at a moment's notice.
3/13/202
Due to the first confirmed case of COVID-19 (Coronavirus) in Monroe County, the Town/Village of East Rochester is taking additional precautions to keep our residents safe with special interest on those at high risk.
Out of an abundance of caution, the Jean Daniel Senior Center in the Eyer Building is closing Friday, March 13, and all senior center programming is canceled until further notice. Participants will be updated via email/ US mail notification and through social media. If you are unsure if you are on the mailing list, please call the Town/Village offices (585) 586-3553 to confirm.
The Town/Village of East Rochester is also following the recommendation of Monroe County’s Department of Public Health to cancel or postpone all Town/Village related gatherings with more than 50 people in attendance. Notifications will go out to those impacted.
Currently, East Rochester’s Municipal Complex, the Public Library and all Town/Village offices will remain open. We recommend residents call our offices at (585) 586-3553 or complete tax payment transactions online by visiting www.monroecounty.gov whenever possible. There is a drop box located on the first floor of the Eyer Building for checks only. This recommendation is out of an abundance of caution.
The Community Resource Center at 333 E. Chestnut Street will remain a drop-off location for the East Rochester’s food cupboard. There is also a collection box located on the first floor of the library should you wish to drop off items while at the Eyer Building. Visit http://www.eastrochester.org/Community-Resources/Resource-Center for a list of the “Most Needed Items.” This critical resource will continue to serve an important need in our community.
The safety and health of our residents is my top priority and we will continue to provide public updates as needed. Please take the necessary precautions to keep yourself, your family and your neighbors healthy and safe.