Thursday News Brief
Written by WBTA STAFF on October 10, 2024
Batavia Rotary Club Will Match Donations up to $5000 to Support Hurricane Victims
The Batavia Rotary Club announced on Wednesday that they will match all local donations up to $5000 to support hurricane victims in the southeast.
The club members voted unanimously to match local donations up to $5000. Across the country Rotary clubs have played a big role in helping the hurricane victims by providing immediate aid, food, clean water, and medical supplies. The deadline for donations is October 14th and all donations can be made at Lawley Insurance during their normal business hours. Donations may be tax deductible in accordance with IRS regulations.
Batavia Rotary Club President Michael Hodgins said, “Because time is of the essence, we are seeking monetary donations deemed to be the fastest and most effective way to help the thousands of people impacted by these latest storms,”
Tom Phelps Named Director of Public Works in Batavia
City of Batavia Manager Rachel Tabelski announced Wednesday morning that Tom Phelps has been named the new Director of Public Works for the City of Batavia.
Phelps has been employed by the City of Batavia since 2019 where he has served as a Building maintenance worker and the Superintendent of Water and Wastewater. In his new role, Phelps will be involved with the construction of the new police station, the new City Centre Mall entrance, the water plant improvement project, and all other projects that are currently going on in Batavia.
Phelps will also oversee the Bureau of Water and Wastewater, the Bureau of Maintenance, the Inspection Bureau, and the Engineering Bureau of the City.
Smart Design Set to Celebrate its 20th Anniversary
Today from 5-8 PM Smart Design in Batavia is celebrating its 20th anniversary with a garden party at their future home.
Smart Design plans to move into the historic mansion at 4 Mix Place. The mansion has been rejuvenated recently and has been turned into several office spaces, both preserving a piece of Batavia’s history and giving it a use for the community moving forward. At the garden party, there will be wine, beer, and snacks along with live music and a chance to take a look at Smart Designs plans.