Monday News Brief

Genesee County School Districts Announce Budget Proposals

Heads up, Genesee County property owners — Tuesday, May 20th is budget vote day for all eight school districts. Here’s a quick rundown:
Alexander is proposing a $22.9 million budget with a 1.95% tax levy increase and equipment purchases on the ballot.
Batavia voters will weigh in on a $63.3 million budget, with a 2.2% tax levy hike and two candidates running for school board seats.
Byron-Bergen plans to spend $27.9 million, including a proposition to buy two buses and a van.
Elba has a $12.1 million proposal, with two ballot propositions including a new capital reserve fund.
Le Roy seeks $32 million with library funding on the ballot and incumbents running unopposed.
Oakfield-Alabama plans to purchase buses as part of its $25.5 million budget.
Pavilion is asking voters to approve a $19.4 million budget and a library tax levy increase.
Pembroke’s budget is actually down this year, but voters will decide on new vehicles and library support.
Polls are open across the county on Tuesday — check with your district for specific times and locations!

Racing Crash in Canandaigua Leaves Man Injured

13WHAM News reports, a dramatic crash at Land of the Legends Raceway in Canandaigua sent a 54-year-old Rochester man to the hospital Saturday night.
Ontario County deputies say the man was behind the wheel of a Modified-style race car when it struck a concrete barrier head-on during a turn, causing the vehicle to flip over twice. First responders rushed to the scene and extricated the driver from the wreckage.
He was taken to Strong Memorial Hospital with serious but non-life-threatening injuries. Authorities believe a mechanical issue may have contributed to the crash.
Fortunately, no other injuries were reported, and the incident remains under investigation by local deputies and race officials.

Senator Borrello Gives Opinion on State Budget

In Albany, Republican State Senator George Borrello is calling this year’s $254 billion New York State budget a “missed opportunity” and “one of the most irresponsible” in the state’s history. In a sharply worded statement, Borrello criticized the spending plan for failing to address New York’s affordability crisis and for what he sees as weak responses to public safety concerns.
Borrello says the modest tax cuts and inflation relief included in the budget will be overshadowed by what he calls “runaway spending.” He also expressed frustration over what he described as watered-down reforms to criminal discovery laws and a diluted version of the Governor’s proposed public mask ban — saying both fall short in addressing the state’s public safety issues.
While he acknowledged some positives, including expanded mental health provisions and the payoff of the state’s unemployment insurance debt, Borrello blasted a provision allocating $10 million in taxpayer funds for potential legal fees of public officials, specifically referencing Attorney General Letitia James.
Borrello summed it up by saying, “Every year, Albany excuses a late budget by promising it will be worth the wait. This year, once again, it wasn’t.”

Accident Saturday in East Pembroke

Video News Service reports, emergency responders were called to East Pembroke Saturday evening for a car vs. motorcycle crash at Route 5 and Barrett Drive. A car reportedly pulled out in front of a motorcycle, causing the collision. The motorcyclist and a passenger sustained minor injuries, including to the foot and knee. Mercy Medic 4, Squad 1, and East Pembroke Fire were on scene, with a second ambulance requested to assist.

Geneva Police Suspends 2 More Officers

Geneva’s police department is under intense scrutiny following the arrest of former Officer Michael Tapscott, who allegedly sold prescription drugs while on duty. Tapscott, a 13-year veteran, resigned Tuesday and was arrested Wednesday, accused of selling Adderall at a used car lot just outside the city on April 21. He faces charges of criminal sale of a controlled substance and official misconduct and was released on his own recognizance.
Now, Chief Ron Eveland confirms two more officers—Sergeant David Felice and Officer Nathan Jacon—have been placed on administrative leave pending an internal investigation. Eveland says he cannot yet comment on the nature of their involvement. Meanwhile, Ontario County Sheriff David Cirencione says his office is continuing a thorough and impartial investigation and encourages anyone with information to come forward.

A serious crash in Alexander Sunday afternoon sent two people to the hospital.

Around 2 p.m., emergency crews responded to a pickup truck rollover at 9481 Alexander Road. Alexander Fire and Mercy Medic 1 arrived to find the truck overturned with reports of possible entrapment.
Inside the vehicle were a female driver and a 4-year-old child. Both were conscious and alert—first responders confirmed the child was screaming and the adult had managed to exit the vehicle.
Crews safely extricated both individuals. They were transported to Strong Memorial Hospital for evaluation. National Grid was also called to the scene, though it’s unclear if utility lines were affected.
The cause of the crash is under investigation.

Sports Scores

Here are the Genesee County high school softball scores from over the weekend:
Oakfield-Alabama 12, Elba 0
Caledonia-Mumford 17, Byron-Bergen 1
Honeoye 4, Batavia 19
Newfane 15, Pembroke 3
Our Lady of Mercy 14, Le Roy 7
Barker Jr./Sr. 2, Alexander 0
Holley Central 3, Alexander 8
Geneseo 1, Le Roy 0
Byron-Bergen 5, Pembroke 15
Keshequa 5, Pavilion 4
Canandaigua Academy 1, Batavia 15
Holley Central 1, Alexander 11

Genesee County High School Baseball Scores from the Weekend:
Pavilion/York defeated Letchworth 14-0.
Notre Dame Batavia triumphed over Elba 5-1.
Pembroke beat Byron-Bergen 8-1.
Le Roy won a close one against Oakfield-Alabama 4-3.
Fillmore lost to Pavilion/York 3-1.
Le Roy dominated Letchworth 17-1.
Pittsford Mendon defeated Batavia 7-1.
Alexander beat Pavilion/York 13-3.
Elba lost to Genesee Valley-Belfast 3-2.