Newark Village Board meeting
By John Zornow

Newark Mayor Peter Blandino called Tuesday night's meeting to order by asking for a moment of silence in memory of Ronald Colacino, Newark businessman and village trustee from 1986 to 1989. Ron died on July 29.

'Ron was a friend to all, cared for the village and would do anything necessary to make the village better,' said Blandino.

James SanAngelo, Chairman of the Newark Municipal Board, requested approval of a new water agreement contract for the village of Clifton Springs. After discussion, trustee Kurt Werts made motion to approve the new agreement, with all board members voting to approve. The contract contains an agreement to sell more water to Clifton Springs at a lower rate, with the village of Newark hoping to receive tax property abatements from the Town of Manchester.

SanAngelo spoke of recent cooperative efforts by village forces to repair a major piece of machinery at the Waste Water Treatment plant on Murray Street. Mayor Blandino spoke of the situation at the treatment plant, saying Newark's request for a grant from Rural Opportunities was probably not going to happen, but the village may receive a $400,000 Small Cities Grant. 'The reality is here,' said Blandino of the condition of the plant.

Musicians will be honored: The Mayor announced that three local performers were nominated to the New York State Country Music Hall of Fame. The event will be held Saturday, September 25, 7 p.m. at the Cortland Music Park, Rt. 13. Howard DeRue, Renee DeRue, and John Stiles will be inducted at that time. (Courier-Gazette file photo)

Police business: Chief Bogan requested approval for Police Officers Nielsen and Thompson to attend Interrogation School at a cost of $215 per officer. Trustee Werts asked that the matter be tabled, since he believes one of the officers is looking for employment elsewhere. 'I can't approve this expenditure if the officer is not planning to stay with the Newark Police force,' said Werts. The board voted to table the request.

Updates: Operations manager Jim Bridgeman said the Harrison Street/North Main St. stoplights will be functioning within two weeks. Bridgeman was given permission to dispose of two surplus truck caps by sealed bid.

The board discussed the condition of street lights on West Shore Blvd. Businessman Dick Colacino has insisted that these lights are grounded improperly. Bridgeman says the lights are up to code for the year when they were installed.

Other business:

The board approved and referred to the Planning Board a request for waiver of subdivision for 216 Godfrey Street to straighten-out a boundary line.

Trustee Kurt Werts was approved to sit on the Newark Fire Department truck committee, now in the early stages of purchasing a new pumper.

Blandino revealed that the Village Board is invited to be part of dedication ceremonies for the K&M DeMay Skate Park, on Saturday, August 28. The ceremony will be held at noon and will feature pro skateboarders, local talent, and local businesses displaying skate and bike related equipment, a disc jockey and refreshments.

The board received an invitation to attend a 20th anniversary celebration at Refractron Technologies on Stuart Avenue, Aug. 20 from 2-4 p.m.

'Business After Hours,' hosted by the Wayne County Business Council and Newark Chamber of Commerce, was held at the Erie Falcon Golf Club in Newark yesterday afternoon.

The next Newark Village Board meeting will be September 21, at 7 p.m. in the court room in the Municipal Building.

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