Supervisor Bill Reilich would like to remind all water front residents in the Town of Greece who have not yet submitted applications for the Lake Ontario Residential Recovery Program that the submission deadline is this Friday, September 29th, at 5:00pm. You may submit the application online at sheenhousing.org or mail it to Sheen Housing, P.O. Box 460, Bloomfield, New York 14469. Applications being mailed in should be postmarked through the 29th.
Please see below for information regarding the Lake Ontario Residential Recovery Program Application.
If You Have Not Yet Applied:
- It is not necessary to have supporting documentation available to apply.
- To be eligible, you must submit the application with just your basic information by 5:00pm on September 29th, even if you do not yet have estimates or other supporting documentation.
- Your supporting documentation and additional information will be accepted after the deadline if you application is submitted by the deadline.
- Contact Sheen Housing at 585-657-4114 or e-mail This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. for questions and assistance applying.
If You Have Already Applied:
- Applications as being reviewed as quickly as possible and no further action is needed at this time.
Please note that the September 29th, 2017 deadline is only for those applying for NYS Homes and Community Renewal’s Lake Ontario Residential Recovery Program. For information on other recovery programs, please visit: http://www.nyshcr.org/Programs/NYS-Flood/.
If you have not yet applied for the Lake Ontario Residential Recovery Program and are interested in completing an application, please visit www.greeceny.gov and look under the “News” section. Applications can also be downloaded directly from the Sheen Housing website at sheenhousing.org.
Greece Town Supervisor Bill Reilich was joined by Greece Town Board Members Mike Barry, Brett Granville, Andrew Conlon, and Diana Christodaro for an official Eagle Scout Award Medal presentation ceremony at Tuesday evening’s Town Board Meeting. The Town of Greece Eagle Scout Recognition Medal is presented to all Boy Scouts who have recently achieved the rank of Eagle Scout in their local troop.
“It is an honor for me to be able to present these medals to the hard working and determined young men who have shown that commitment and perseverance lead to success.” said Supervisor Bill Reilich. “I would like to congratulate Ryan Coughlin on his achievement of Eagle Scout ranking through his efforts in constructing two dugouts for the new baseball field at Greece Little League, Inc”.
The Boy Scouts of America, one of the United States largest youth organization, is dedicated to promoting self-reliance, courage, and patriotism among young men. The Eagle Scout Award is attained after countless hours of hard work, sacrifice, and dedication to the scouting creed. For more information on the Boy Scouts of America, please visit their webpage www.scouting.org.
Hours:
6:30am – 8:00am
1:30pm – 3:00pm
Rate of pay:
$13.88/hour
Please see attachment for additional details: School Traffic Guard Part Time
Please contact Anni Baxter in the Town of Greece Personnel Department at 723-2332 if you are interested in an application. You may also download an application from the Town of Greece website at https://www.greeceny.gov/residents/employment-opportunities.
Supervisor Bill Reilich would like to remind all water front residents in the Town of Greece who have not yet submitted applications for the Lake Ontario Residential Recovery Program that the submission deadline is Friday, September 29th at 5:00pm. You may submit the application online at sheenhousing.org or mail it to Sheen Housing, P.O. Box 460, Bloomfield, New York 14469. Applications being mailed in should be postmarked through the 29th.
Please see below for information regarding the Lake Ontario Residential Recovery Program Application.
If You Have Not Yet Applied:
- It is not necessary to have supporting documentation available to apply.
- To be eligible, you must submit the application with just your basic information by 5:00pm on September 29th, even if you do not yet have estimates or other supporting documentation.
- Your supporting documentation and additional information will be accepted after the deadline if you application is submitted by the deadline.
- Contact Sheen Housing at 585-657-4114 or e-mail This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. for questions and assistance applying.
If You Have Already Applied:
- Applications as being reviewed as quickly as possible and no further action is needed at this time.
Please note that the September 29th, 2017 deadline is only for those applying for NYS Homes and Community Renewal’s Lake Ontario Residential Recovery Program. For information on other recovery programs, please visit: http://www.nyshcr.org/Programs/NYS-Flood/.
If you have not yet applied for the Lake Ontario Residential Recovery Program and are interested in completing an application, please visit www.greeceny.gov and look under the “News” section. Applications can also be downloaded directly from the Sheen Housing website at sheenhousing.org.
The 58 Sheriffs of New York and Governor Andrew Cuomo have declared that Sheriff’s Week will be celebrated in New York State during the week of September 17th, 2017. Greece Town Supervisor Bill Reilich is pleased to recognize Sheriff’s Week here in Monroe County, where we celebrate the noteworthy contributions the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office makes in our community.
The Sheriff is the highest ranking law enforcement officer in the county, and the Sheriff's Office has many bureaus that provide safety and security to citizens. They not only provide the community with “traditional” and high profile police duties such as road patrol, criminal investigations, and traffic enforcement, but also patrol our lakes and waterways, provide security in our courts and airports, and maintain our county jails. The Sheriff’s Office is also an integral part of each county’s emergency planning system by taking an active role in community crime prevention efforts and victim’s assistance programs, being in the forefront of drug awareness education in our schools, and providing specialized services to the elderly population.
"It has been my distinct honor to serve the people of Monroe County as their Sheriff for the past 16 years and to be a part of the rich history of this Office. It is the honorable men and woman of the past and present who have made this agency what it is today; the only Sheriff's Office in New York State to be state and nationally accredited with a reputation that is second to none." said Monroe County Sheriff Patrick O'Flynn, who currently serves as the 47th Sheriff of Monroe County.
The Monroe County Sheriff’s Office commenced Sheriff’s Week with a Wreath Laying Ceremony at the Fallen Deputy Memorial on the Civic Center Plaza on Monday, September 18th, where they recognized those individuals who paid the ultimate sacrifice in service to their community.
“I am honored to join Monroe County in recognizing Sheriff Patrick O’Flynn and the entire Monroe County Sheriff’s Department for the significant impact they make in our community”. said Supervisor Bill Reilich. “They not only serve all residents in Monroe County, but also provide resources to our own Greece Police Department. They have provided bomb sniffing dogs, assisted in enhancing our bomb squad, and partnered with us for major events throughout the Town such as our July 4th activities. On behalf of the Greece Town Board and all of our residents, we extend our sincere gratitude and appreciation to Monroe County Sheriff Patrick O'Flynn and all of his Deputies”.
Greece Town Supervisor Bill Reilich is pleased to partner with the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation to announce the New York State Fifth Grade Arbor Day Poster Contest. This is an annual contest for students in the 5th grade, and this year’s poster theme is “Trees for Bees”. Submissions are due January 5th, 2018. Please see attachment for an overview of the contest and the contest rules. Instructions can also be found on the DEC’s Arbor Day Poster Contest website at www.dec.ny.gov/education/24520.html.
“The NYS 5th Grade Arbor Day Poster Contest is a great opportunity for students to both express creativity and learn more about the environment. I would like to thank the DEC for providing this opportunity, and thank our wonderful NYS educators for their commitment to enhancing the minds of our young residents”. said Supervisor Reilich.
Supervisor Bill Reilich is pleased to partner with the University of Rochester to offer a Flu Clinic at Greece Town Hall on Wednesday, September 27th, 2017 from 9am – 12pm. Please call 585-276-6509 for information regarding accepted insurance plans.
Supervisor Reilich partners with Flu Prevention Organizations to host several clinics throughout the season at Greece Town Hall. Please visit www.greeceny.gov to see the schedule for upcoming flu clinics.
Supervisor Bill Reilich is pleased to announce that the Town of Greece, through participation in the National Flood Insurance Community Rating System (CRS) Program, has received a reduction in our Class rating from 7 to 6, providing additional savings for taxpayers. Our participation as a Class 6 CRS Community will provide Greece residents within the FEMA Special Flood Hazard Area with a twenty percent discount on their flood insurance policies. Benefits also include improved public safety, property loss reduction, open space and natural resource protection, and better post-disaster recovery. The Town of Greece’s level of participation currently provides policy holders within the FEMA Special Flood Hazard Area (FEMA Mapped 100-year Floodplain) with a fifteen percent discount, and our new twenty percent reduction will provide cost savings for residents with flood insurance policies. This reduction is significant as flood insurance rates have risen lately due to recent laws aimed at making the program self-funding, the elimination of subsidies, and the increased water levels we have been experiencing this year.
The National Flood Insurance Community Rating System Program is a voluntary incentive program managed by the insurance industry and recognized by FEMA. CRS recognizes communities for enforcing floodplain management activities that exceed the minimum National Flood Insurance Program requirements. There are many benefits to participating in CRS, such as improved public safety, property loss reduction, open space and natural resource protection, and better post-disaster recovery. CRS credit points are earned for a wide range of floodplain management activities, which are organized under four categories: (1) Public Information Activities, (2) Mapping and Regulations, (3) Flood Damage Reduction Activities, and (4) Warning and Response.
In 2014, Supervisor Bill Reilich’s participation in the CRS program provided Greece residents within the FEMA Special Flood Hazard Area with a 10% discount on their flood insurance policies due to the Class 8 rating held by the Town of Greece. As a result of Supervisor Reilich’s direction, policies and continued efforts, the Town of Greece was officially acknowledged at this year’s annual meeting of the New York State Floodplain and Stormwater Managers Association for advancing the Town’s status in the Community Rating System to Class 7, which is currently the highest rating in New York State. Supervisor Reilich continued to invest in efforts aligning with flood insurance policies, resulting in the Town of Greece receiving a class 6 rating, which will be effective May 1st, 2018. This makes the Town of Greece one of only a small handful of municipalities in New York State to hold the highest rating for its efforts to protect its citizens from losses caused by flooding and notes that the Town has significantly exceeded the requirements for NFIP participation and effective floodplain management.
“Since first taking office, saving taxpayer dollars has been my top priority. Today, I am pleased to announce that through our efforts, our Town has received full approval from the NFIP for a class reduction from 7 to 6, resulting in the saving of twenty percent for all Greece residents who currently have flood insurance. I have been working tirelessly with the Greece Town Board to provide financial assistance to our water front residents who have been affected by the rising water levels this past year, and this news comes at a time when the cost of flood insurance has increased dramatically across the nation and has become a burden for many communities that are situated in a flood plain”. said Supervisor Reilich.
Supervisor Bill Reilich and the Greece Town Board will be partnering with Monroe County to hold a Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) collection at the Town of Greece Department of Public Works, 647 Long Pond Road, on Saturday, October 14, 2017 from 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM. The Town of Greece and Monroe County are providing this service to all Greece residents at no charge.
Appointments are required for this HHW program collection. This will ensure safety and reduce waiting times. Appointments can be made by calling the Office of the Supervisor at 225-2000. Appointments will be accepted until October 13th. Waste from businesses will not be accepted.
Up to 30 gallons of the following materials will be accepted per appointment at no charge:
- Oil-based & Latex Paint (for 1/3 gallon or less of Latex Paint you simply discard the lid, add kitty litter, let dry and dispose of the can in your regular trash receptacle)
- Wood Stain and Preservatives
- Automotive Fluids (antifreeze; brake power steering and transmission fluids)
- Pesticides & Fertilizers
- Flammable Products (gasoline, kerosene, thinners, strippers, solvents)
- Household Cleaners (liquid soaps & waxes, drain cleaners, etc.)
- Driveway Sealer
- Pool & Photo Chemicals
- Rechargeable (Ni-Cad) & Button Batteries
- Mercury (thermometers, thermostats)
- Syringes / Sharps (safely packaged)
Please Do Not Bring:
- 1/3 can or Less of Latex Paint (for 1/3 can or less of latex paint: discard lid, add kitty litter, let dry, place can in trash. Less than 1/3 can will not be accepted)
- Cans with Dried Paint? (remove lid and place in trash)
- Used Motor Oil and Lead Acid Batteries (contact service station or retailer)
- Empty Containers (place in trash or recycle)
- Smoke Detectors (trash or contact manufacturer)
- Everyday Alkaline Batteries (place in trash)
- Propane Tanks (accepted at permanent HHW facility ONLY)
- Cooking Oil/Cooking Grease (accepted at permanent HHW facility ONLY)
- Glazing/Spackle and Joint Compounds (trash)
- Asbestos (see Yellow Pages under "Asbestos Abatement")
- Products intended for industrial use
- Explosives/Ammunition/Black/Smokeless Powder (Call 9-1-1)
- Shock Sensitive Materials (i.e. crystallized ethers, picric acid) (Call 9-1-1)