Thursday News Brief
Written by WBTA STAFF on November 21, 2024
Batavia City School District Plans to Start Capital Project in the Spring
Joanne Beck with the Batavian reports, that the Batavia City School District plans to start its $45 million capital project in the spring of 2025 with a 3-phase plan.
The $45 million project will cost taxpayers zero dollars and will help restructure the way Batavia City School has grades set up. The plan will include major renovations to Robert Morris as by the end of this project, it will be absorbing UPK and kindergarten from Jackson Primary. Jackson Primary will lose kindergarten but will take on second grade to go along with first grade. John Kennedy will lose second grade, but gain fifth grade and host grades three through five. Finally, Batavia Middle School will lose 5th grade and return to just housing grades six through eight.
All five of Batavia’s City Schools are receiving major renovations as part of this plan, and a complete list with all the details is available on thebatavian.com.
DMV Reminds Riders to Register Snowmobiles
The New York State Department of Motor Vehicles stated on Wednesday reminding riders to register their snowmobiles as winter approaches.
In New York State all snowmobiles must be registered and marked with a valid sticker to access more than 10,500 miles of trails in the Statewide Snowmobile Trail System. Revenue raised from snowmobile registrations is used towards maintaining and developing the state’s snowmobile trails. If you are a member of the New York State Snowmobile Association or a local affiliated snowmobile club, you will receive a $55 discount on your registration.
Mark J.F. Schroeder, DMV Commissioner and Chair of the Governor’s Traffic Safety Committee said, “I’m optimistic this will be a fun winter for snowmobilers and other outdoor enthusiasts in New York. So, before the snow flies, remember your snowmobile registration must be renewed every year. DMV is here to help customers get registered and ready for the trails.”
GCC Foundation Set to Host Twelve Days of Christmas Event
The Genesee Community College Foundation will host its annual Encore holiday gala on Saturday, December 14th at 5 pm.
The theme this year will be “Twelve Days of Christmas”, celebrating the traditions of the holiday season. There will be fine dining and a special holiday concert performed by the Genesee Symphony Orchestra. This event has provided crucial funding for student scholarships at GCC for over 30 years. They are still seeking a few sponsors for the event so if you are interested, be sure to get in contact with Justin Johnston at GCC.
If you wish to attend this event, tickets are available online at www.gccfoundationinc.org.
