Thursday News Brief
Written by WBTA STAFF on September 5, 2024
$3.8 Million Project in Le Roy Considered by GCEDC
The Genesee County Economic Development Center board will consider an initial resolution for a $3.8 million project in Le Roy during their meeting today.
The project would involve renovating a 32,500-square-foot building at 9 Lent Street in Le Roy. It is unclear at this time what exactly the business would be, but it would create 4 new jobs. The LLC behind the project is requesting $267,725 in property tax abatements along with $77,600 in sales tax exemptions. The project estimates it will generate $3,382,738 in fiscal returns.
The board will also consider final resolutions for two solar farm projects in Le Roy as part of their meeting.
4 Dead in Georgia High School Shooting
A tragedy occurred at Apalachee High School in Georgia when four people were killed in a school shooting Wednesday morning.
Local police stated that they have taken the alleged gunman, a 14-year-old student at the school, into custody alive. Upwards of 30 people were injured in the shooting with 9 transported to a local hospital, it is unclear at this time how many were injured from gunshot wounds.
The school received a phone call on Wednesday morning warning them there would be shootings at five schools. Fortunately, no other shootings have been reported.
Batavia Business Improvement District Announces Annual Scarecrow Contest
The Batavia Business Improvement District will host its annual Scarecrow Contest in Downtown Batavia starting September 17th.
Any Genesee County business, group, or organization can enter for just $20. With your entry, you will be provided with straw, a post, zip ties, and a pole assignment in Downtown Batavia. The rest is up to you, to design your scarecrow uniquely. Supply pickup will begin on September 17th and scarecrows need to be up no later than October 4th.
The Batavia Improvement District Board will select their favorite scarecrow and the winner will receive a cash prize.
