Town of Phelps Planning Board Meeting - LOCATION CHANGE TO PHELPS TOWN HALL, 79 Main Street, Phelps, NY 14532 May 27, 2025 06:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada) Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84405851845?pwd=4kvl1W5aDSvZAu4fo6LGfy0Epdr1vG.1 Meeting ID: 844 0585 1845 Passcode: 225934

Community Bank, N.A. has announced the closure of their branch office in Phelps on Friday, September 12, 2025. All services currently provided will be consolidated into the Clifton Springs branch located at 1 Clifton Springs Plaza. There will be no interruption of service and no changes will be required by the account holders. In a May 2, 2025 letter to account holders, the corporation stated the following reason: “The decision was made after a thorough assessment of how we can best serve our customers and optimize our branch network to adapt to changing banking needs,” the company said. “We understand that this may cause some inconvenience, but we assure you that we are committed to a smooth transition, and our team is available to assist you with any questions or concerns.”

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Town of Phelps Zoning Board Meeting May 20, 2025 06:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada) Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83628771434?pwd=F3IcqsHJC9UdpnRblbJBCj2WgZTTaK.1 Meeting ID: 836 2877 1434 Passcode: 128557

SUBSTANCE USE PREVENTION EDUCATION WHAT EVERY PARENT SHOULD KNOW ABOUT NARCAN Every parent wants to keep their child safe — but today’s risks look different than they did a generation ago. The rise of counterfeit pills and powerful synthetic opioids like fentanyl has created a crisis few families saw coming. This guide will help you understand NARCAN and how to be ready to save a life if needed. WHAT IS NARCAN? NARCAN (naloxone) is a medication that reverses opioid overdoses — including those caused by fentanyl, heroin, and prescription painkillers. It works by blocking opioids in the brain and restoring normal breathing within minutes. It’s most commonly used as a nasal spray. It’s safe, easy to use, and won’t harm someone even if they aren’t experiencing an overdose. Where to Get NARCAN: NARCAN is easy to access — and often free.  Available over-the-counter at most major chains. Free Narcan is available in many areas through local health departments, state programs, and some college or university health centers. Depending on your location, you may also find options for anonymous pickup or mail delivery. Locate NARCAN Near You Use the Naloxone/NARCAN Locator Map to find pharmacies and programs near you. It may not list every location, but it’s a helpful place to start. How to Use NARCAN: 3 Simple Steps 1.       Check responsiveness and breathing. 2.       Spray NARCAN into one nostril. 3.       Call 911 and stay with them. This is a basic overview. For detailed instructions, watch the step-by-step instructional video, which can be accessed by the provided QR code. You’re Not Overreacting — You’re Being Prepared Fake pills are being sold on social media, often laced with fentanyl — a powerful opioid that can stop breathing in minutes. Most teens don’t know what they’re taking. These overdoses are happening in every type of community — even to kids who are experimenting or just caught off guard. NARCAN is simple, safe, and lifesaving. Carrying it could give someone a second chance. FOR MORE INFORMATION CLICK HERE: SUBSTANCE USE PREVENTION EDUCATION

Mattress Recycling Event - May 17, 2025  8:00 AM to 11:00 AM Town of Geneva Highway Facility, 3750 County Road 6, Geneva, NY 14456 Accepted Materials: mattresses and box springs of all types and sizes.  Limit of 4 pieces per household. Open and free to all Ontario County residents. Registration is required and open from 4/28-5/14/2025, or until full. For online registration scan the QR code or CLICK HERE to register.  We are experiencing some technical issues accessing the registration form for this event from cellular devices. If you are having issues, please try to open the form on a laptop or desktop computer. If you still continue to experience issues or need assistance, please call our office at (585) 393-3090. We appreciate your patience while we work with our team to resolve this issue. Please call 585-393-3090 with any questions.   

Lifeguard positions open at pools and beaches across Ontario County Enjoy flexible hours, great pay, and we'll cover training and certification costs! Click here for more information

LARGE ITEM DAY!!!! The Transfer Station will be open on Sunday, APRIL 27th   from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. to accept large items such as couches, chairs, mattresses, etc.   We will NOT be accepting garbage, recycling or brush on this day and the rate per pound will be the same as you are presently being charged (.15 per pound).   Any questions can be directed to the Village Clerk’s office at 315-548-3861.  Thank you.

OCPH Free Rabies Clinic - 05/24/2025 Ontario County Public Works2962 County Road 48Canandaigua, NY 14424 YOU CAN REGISTER HERE Event Type: Rabies Vaccination Clinic for Pets Date: May 24, 2025 Time: 09:00 AM - 12:00 PM Registration Deadline: May 24, 2025 Appointments Available: 589 Suggested Donation: $0 Phone: 585-396-4343 Who May Attend:Dogs, Cats, Ferrets greater than 3 months of age Public Notes: The clinic is for healthy animals at least 3 months old.  Dogs must be leashed. Cats must be in carriers. One pet per carrier. DONATIONS APPRECIATED If bringing more than one pet please select 'Add Group Member' after registering your first pet. NO MORE THAN 4 ANIMALS PER HANDLER. Walk-ins are welcome. Time slots are irrelevant. BE PREPARED TO WAIT. Please DO NOT arrive prior to 8:45 am. First come, first served. Please bring your animal's past rabies certificate, if any. Contact Ontario County Public Health at 585-396-4343 if you need help registering. 

Attention Village of Phelps Residents - It’s Spring Cleanup Time! The Department of Public Works will be picking up leaves, grass clippings and small twigs and branches Wednesday, April 23 thru Wednesday, May 21. Please understand that the crew is busy and will try to cover the Village at least once per week, it will depend on their schedule as to when they complete the cleanup.  Please cooperate with the crew and follow these guidelines: ·       Pile bags in an OPEN AREA between the sidewalk and street, where we can get the loader. ·       DO NOT pile bags around trees, utility poles, fire hydrants, mailboxes, etc. ·       Debris should be placed in piles (ie: sticks, etc.) or bags (leaves) only. ·       We will not pick up trash or complete tree removals. Please be aware, if these guidelines are not followed we will “tag” your debris and they will not be picked up.  Your cooperation is appreciated.  Thank you. 

For Spring Cleaning, check out the PHELPS LIONS CLUB Spring 2025 Broom & Craft Sale May 10, 2025 from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM at the Clifton Springs Plaza, Clifton Springs, NY. Various types of brooms will be for sale, including: whisk brooms toy brooms house brooms barn brooms push brooms There will be crafts for sale, too! Funds raised to be used for the Phelps Lions Club Christmas Basket program and other community humanitarian needs. HELP US HELP OUR COMMUNITY! For more information go to www.phelpslions.org or visit the PhelpsLionsClub Facebook page.  

The Phelps Town offices will be closed on Friday, April 18, 2025 in observance of Good Friday and will reopen on Monday, April 21, 2025 at 9:00 AM. Happy Easter!

The Finger Lakes Regional Burn Association will hold a Firefighter Boot Drive to benefit burn-injured kids and other local charity programs, will be held on Saturday, May 3, 2024 from 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM at the corner of State Route 96 and State Route 88 in the Village of Phelps.   Come out and participate in this very worthwhile cause!      

Ontario County Backyard Composting Kit Sale For only $25: Backyard Composting Kit Includes: • Compost bin (has an 80-gallon capacity & measures 33" x 33") • 2-gallon kitchen collector • Screen/base • Aerator • Educational guide Sale open April 14th - May 7th for Ontario County residents ONLY Visit OntarioCountyRecycles.org or click HERE to make a purchase – while supplies last! Bins must be picked up on: Saturday May 10th 8:00 am to 12:00 pm or Tuesday May 13th 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm Scan the QR code to order you kit! Contact us at (585) 396-3090 for more information.

At the April 8, 2025 Town of Phelps Regular Town Board meeting, a resolution was passed for the two front doors and the one rear door on the Town Hall to be declared surplus property. Any one interested in these items, please state which doors you would like to purchase and make an offer. There is a minimum price of $50.00 each. Call us at 315-548-5691.

Be a Steward of Seneca Lake – Join Our Volunteer Team! Whether you're a future lake steward like these two boys or a fourth-generation Seneca Laker, your help matters. From checking water clarity to planning events, there’s a way for everyone to pitch in.   As we gear up for the busy summer season, we have numerous volunteer needs that need to be met. Keep reading to learn more about some of our critical openings, what they entail, and how you can get involved.   Seneca Lake is part of our lives — it’s family traditions, summer memories, and a place we all care about. The lake needs its people. Can it count on you? For more details please click HERE

FROM THE NYS LTAP CENTER - CORNELL LOCAL ROADS PROGRAM What is a Mobile Meth Lab? A mobile meth lab, also known as a 'shake & bake' or 'one-pot' is a portable lab that creates small batches of methamphetamines (meth). They are extremely dangerous and can cause violent explosions.  They are becoming more common in rural communities and are often mistaken as trash and found discarded in ditches/woods. What if I find one? DO NOT touch anything.  Call 911 immediately and vacate the area. DO NOT try to move or open the containers. The reaction can restart when the bottle is moved or shaken. DO move upwind/uphill from the lab while waiting for help. If accidentally touched/picked up, immediately wash (with soap & water) and notify the proper authority. THINGS TO LOOK FOR: 2 liter soda/plastic bottles partially full with white/gray crystallized materials and (sometimes) tubing. Small food processor/blender Backpacks and totes Lithium battery strips/peeled batteries Cold medicine packets Lighter fluid/propane tank Household drain opener Rubber gloves/respirator masks Public Works crews may encounter mobile meth labs when cleaning ditches or performing routine maintenance.  Typically found in sealed bottles that appear to be under pressure (aka ready to explode.)  Allow only trained and authorized personnel to handle items!  NOTE THE LOCATION, BACK AWAY, AND CALL 911 IMMEDIATELY!       

DEA National Takeback Turn in unneeded medication for safe disposal. Outdated Unusable medication Liquids Sharps in a puncture-proof container When : Saturday, April 26, 2025 at 10 AM to 2 PM Where : Canandaigua Wegmans, 345 Eastern Blvd, Canandaigua, NY 14424 Keep them safe. Clean them out. Take them back.

PLEASE TAKE NOTICE: that the Phelps Town Board will hold the April 2025 Regular Town Board meeting on Tuesday, April 8, 2025 at 6:00 PM at the Phelps Town Court/Meeting Facility, 1331 St. Rt. 88, Phelps, NY at 6:00 PM. Click here for the agenda.

Employment Opportunity The Village of Phelps is accepting applications for a full-time seasonal laborer position within their Department of Public Works. Pay based on experience and qualifications.  References required.  Experience preferred but not mandatory.  Typical work activities include but not limited to:  ·       collects and disposes of rubbish; ·       cuts grass, trims shrubs, rakes leaves, spades flower beds and assists in ground maintenance activities.   Grounds maintenance includes such duties as:  mowing, raking or watering grass with a variety of mowers and weed hackers; planting and maintaining grass, shrubs, plants or trees; maintaining playgrounds. ·       Performs general building and grounds cleaning tasks.       This is routine manual work requiring physical endurance and a willingness to perform arduous tasks.  The work is performed under general direction of a higher-level public works employee.  The work may involve other duties in the Public Works Department.  Applications must be submitted electronically at www.ontariocountyny.gov by April 18, 2025.  Resumes can be sent to vpclerk@phelpsny.com or dropped off at 8 Banta St., Suite 150; Phelps.

Have documents that you want shredded? Don’t wait for a paper shredding event, bring them to your Town or City Hall for secure destruction now.  The collection bin remains locked until the materials are shredded on site by the document destruction company, keeping your files secure. Recycle your confidential materials with confidence on your schedule - no need to wait for a special collection event. Open to all Ontario County residents. NO BUSINESS WASTE ACCEPTED.Accepted: paper documents, file folders, junk mailNot accepted: binder clips, hard cover books, metal (staples and paper clips are accepted and don’t need to be removed), non-confidential materials (ex. magazines)*Limit of 1 box per household per month. Once material has been placed in bin it cannot be retrieved.Have questions about how it works? Call us at (585) 393-3090 with any questions. THERE IS A BIN LOCATED IN THE HALLWAY OF THE PHELPS TOWN HALL, WHICH IS ACCESSIBLE DURING NORMAL WORKING HOURS: MONDAY - THURSDAY  9:00 AM - 4:30 PM   /   FRIDAY -  9:00 AM - 1:00 PM    

Community Shred Day 79 Main Street, Phelps, NY 14532 Friday, May 9, 2025 10:00 AM - Noon Located in the back parking lot off Church Street This event is open to Phelps Town and Village Residents ONLY.

HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS WASTE COLLECTION DAY Saturday, April 26, 2025 7:00 am to 3:00 pm   Landfill Site / Casella Recycling Facility 3555 County Road 49 Stanley, NY 14561   PRE-REGISTRATION and PROOF of RESIDENCY are required. FREE to Ontario County Residents ONLY Registration open 3/31 - 4/24 To pre-register call Cornell Cooperative Extension of Ontario County at (585) 394-3977 x427 Time slots are every 15 minutes starting at 7:00 am and the last one at 2:45 pm. No business or farm waste will be accepted.   Materials Accepted at the Event: Acids, Adhesives, Aerosols, Antifreeze, Batteries, Boric Acid, Brake Fluid, Cements, Charcoal Lighters, Chlorine, Cleaning Fluid, Degreasers, Disinfectants, Drain Cleaners, Dry Gas, Dyes, Epoxies, Fiberglass Resins, Flea Powders, Furniture Strippers, Hair Removers, Herbicides, Insect Repellents, Lacquers, Lubricants, Mothballs or Flakes, Motor Oil, Nail Polish Removers, Oven Cleaners, All Paints, Paint Removers, Paint Thinners, Permanent Solutions, Pesticides, Photo chemicals, Rat Poisons, Rug & Upholstery Cleaners, Rust Solvents, Wood Preservatives, Spot Removers, Tub and Tile Cleaners, Turpentine, Varnish, Weed Killers, Wood Polishes & Stains. Products containing mercury, LED lightbulbs, and florescent light tubes will also be accepted.   Materials NOT Accepted at the Event: Household Electronics (TVs –flat screen and CRTs, computer monitors, cell phones, DVD players, VCRs, etc.) Automobile and truck tires, Compressed Gas Cylinders, Explosives or Shock Sensitive Materials, Ammunition, Radioactive Wastes, Pathological Wastes, Infectious Waste, Medicines, PCB’s, Freon containing devices (i.e. Air conditioners, dehumidifiers).   Casella reserves the right to reject any waste unidentified, deemed unacceptable by the disposal form, or of excessive volume For information and other recycling events click HERE

What does my Highway Department do? Keep you safe: During the winter, crews are out keeping the roads free of snow. In the spring they work to keep the ditches clean to avoid flooding. During summer and fall you can find them paving, mowing, and trimming brush to keep signs and roads up to par. Road Maintenance: Your Highway Department typically takes care of potholes, ditches, culverts, and bridges. They also clean, sweep, mow, plow, pave, and much more. Liaisons: They work with other government officials to keep your roads safe and determine regulations related to transportation, such as weight limits for trucks, and traffic rules. In an Emergency: Rain or shine, day or night, Highway and DPW crews are ready when an emergency arises. From flooding, to hurricanes, winter storms, and even a traffic accident, they are there to keep roads open and allow EMS, Police, and the Fire Department to get those in need. Overall, the goal of the Highway Department is to create and maintain a safe, efficient, and reliable transportation network to support economic development and improve the quality of life for residents.

2024 VILLAGE OF PHELPS ANNUAL WATER QUALITY REPORT Village of Phelps Water Supply Public Water Supply ID: NY3401162                 Last year, as in years past, your tap water met all State drinking water health standards.  This report is an overview of last year’s water quality.  Included are details about where your water comes from, what it contains, and how it compares to State standards.  We are pleased to provide you with this information because informed customers are the best customers.                  State and Federal regulations now require that all community water systems regardless of population served, including municipal water systems, mobile home parks and private water supply companies, provide their customers with an Annual Water Quality Report covering calendar year 2024. This report is intended to provide customers served by the Village of Phelps’ water system information on the most common questions asked about their water system. The report also provides information on results of tests that we perform to ensure that the water supply complies with all Federal and State drinking water standards.   Additional Information For additional information or questions about this report please call Adam Lotyczewski, Water Systems Operator at 315-548-3254.  Normal daily operations are between 7:00am and 3:30pm.  Appointment for meter service or technical questions please call 315-548-3254.   Water Billing For questions concerning water billing please call 315- 548-3861, between 8:00am and 4:30pm   Water Rates Village of Phelps users: $6.25/100 cubic feet – Minimum Bill $31.25 Outside Users: $9.38/100 cubic feet – Minimum Bill $46.88   Water Conservation Measures Customers can take measures to reduce their water usage, therefore reducing their water bills.  Some reduction measures could include stopping all water leaks, installing low-water use plumbing fixtures and water-saving devices, thinking about the way water is used, and changing behaviors.   Security The Village of Phelps feels that the security of your water system is an important responsibility.  We would ask that you, the public, become involved in our security efforts.  If you see any suspicious activity in or around Village facilities, please contact the Village or any local law enforcement agency.  Suspicious activity may include unattended fire hydrants with the caps off or the water running, unauthorized cars or people loitering near water storage facilities or people taking pictures of any Village property or infrastructure.  Your help in this effort would be greatly appreciated.   After Hours Emergency Example: Water main break --- please call the Ontario County Sheriff at (315) 781-1200 or dial 911.     Public Participation Public participation in decisions that affect drinking water quality may be voiced at regularly scheduled Village of Phelps Board Meetings, which are held on the second Monday of each month at 5:00pm, 8 Banta Street in the Village Meeting Room.   Where Our Water Comes From: Description of Water System The Village of Phelps owns and operates its own water system.  Water is supplied from the Village of Newark.  The connection to Newark’s source is located at Route 96 and Route 488. The distribution system consists of 80,040 feet of water pipe, over 793 individual services serving 1856 people, approximately 85 hydrants and over 75 main line valves.  Water pressure and storage are maintained by a 1.5 million gallon above ground level tank reservoir located on Mary Street.   Water Treatment Village of Newark Source The Village of Newark, New York uses Canandaigua Lake as its source of water.  The New York State Department of Health has recently completed a Source Water Assessment of the Lake.  This assessment found a moderate susceptibility to contamination for this source of drinking water.  The amount of agricultural lands in the assessment area results in elevated potential for protozoa, phosphorous, DBP precursors, and pesticides contamination.  There is also a moderate density of sanitary wastewater discharges, but the ratings for the individual discharges do not result in elevated susceptibility ratings.  However, it appears that the total amount of wastewater discharged to surface water in this assessment area is high enough to further raise the potential for contamination, (particularly for protozoa).  There are no noteworthy contamination threats associated with other discrete contaminant sources. Canandaigua Lake is approximately 16.4 square miles in surface area and has a watershed area of about 174 square miles.  The Village of Newark is permitted to draw 4.0 million gallons of water per day to be used as a source of supply for its water treatment plant located at 1708 Freshour Road, Shortsville, New York.  Water, as it enters the intake line in Canandaigua Lake, has Sodium Hypochlorite added to control the growth of Zebra Mussels.  These mussels have been proven to clog pipelines by their rapid growth.  The water flows by gravity through a 24" line to the Filter Plant.  At the treatment plant, all water is filtered by Slow Sand Filtration, Diatomaceous Earth Pressure Filtration and/or Diatomaceous Earth Vacuum Filtration.  There are five Slow Sand filters and three D.E. Filters with an overall capacity of 4.24 million gallons per day.  After filtration, Sodium Hypochlorite is added at a rate of approximately 1.9 parts per million for disinfection.  Blended Phosphate is also added after filtration to form a protective film that helps as a corrosion control in our distribution system. It is added at a rate of .96 parts per million. Fluoride is also added to the water at a rate of 0.7 part per million.  These are recommended levels set by the New York State Department of Health.  From the Filter Plant, the water flows through a 20" pipeline to a point near the intersection of Rt. 96 and County Rd. 7 where the line divides into two 16" pipelines.  One 16" line carries water north, approximately 7 miles, to the 4 million-gallon capacity Allerton Hill Reservoir.  This flow is entirely by gravity.  The other 16" line carries water east, approximately 4.25 miles, where it connects to a 14" transmission line.  This line, which was originally used to carry water from Newark Lake, goes north, into the Village and the 1 million gallon capacity South Hill Standpipe.  The Village of Clifton Springs is served off the latter 16" pipeline.  The Village and Town of Phelps are served off the 14" pipeline approximately .5 miles south of the point where the 16" and 14" lines intersect.  Two pumps in the Rt. 96 Pump Station provide the pressure needed to supply this portion of the system. During 2024, our water system did not experience any restriction of our water source. Our system is one of many drinking water systems in New York State that provides drinking water with a controlled, low level of fluoride for consumer dental health protection. According to the United States Centers for Disease Control, fluoride is very effective in preventing cavities when present in drinking water at a properly controlled level. To ensure that the fluoride supplement in your water provides optimal dental protection, we the Village of Newark monitor fluoride levels on a daily basis to make sure fluoride is maintained at a target level of 0.7 mg/l at an optimal range from 0.7 to 1.2 mg/l, (parts per million) EPA requirement. During 2024 monitoring showed that fluoride levels in your water system were within 0.2 mg/l of the target level for 97% of the time. None of the monitoring results showed fluoride at levels that approach the 2.2 mg/l MCL for fluoride   WATER QUALITY - How do you know your water is safe?   As the State regulations require, we routinely test your drinking water for numerous contaminants. These contaminants include: total coliform, turbidity, inorganic compounds, nitrate, nitrite, lead and copper, volatile organic compounds, total trihalomethanes, haloacetic acids, radiological and synthetic organic compounds.  Refer to the tables below for the list of contaminants that are tested for and the corresponding results.  The sources of drinking water (both tap water and bottled water), include rivers, lakes, streams, ponds, reservoirs, springs and wells.  As water travels over the surface of the land or through the ground, it dissolves naturally occurring minerals and, in some cases, radioactive material. It can also pick up substances resulting from the presence of animals or from human activities.  Contaminants that may be present in source water include: microbial contaminants; inorganic contaminants; pesticides and herbicides; organic chemical contaminants; and radioactive contaminants.  In order to ensure that tap water is safe to drink, the State and the EPA prescribe regulations, which limit the amount of certain contaminants in water provided by public water systems.   State Health Department and FDA regulations establish limits for contaminants in bottled water, which must provide the same protection for public health.  Drinking water, including bottled water, may reasonably be expected to contain at least small amounts of some contaminants.  The presence of contaminants does not necessarily indicate that water poses a health risk.  More information about contaminants and potential health effects can be obtained by calling the EPA’s Safe Drinking Water Hotline at (1-800-426-4791). Under the Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA), the United States Environmental Protection Agency, (EPA), sets national limits on contaminant levels to ensure safety of your drinking water.  A Maximum Contaminant Level Goal, (MCLG), is the level of a contaminant in drinking water below which there is no known or expected risk to health.  MCLGs allow for a margin of safety.  A Maximum Contaminant Level, (MCL), is the highest level of a contaminant that is allowed in drinking water.  MCLs are set as close to the MCLG as possible.  In accordance with New York State regulations, the Village of Newark routinely monitors your drinking water for various contaminants.  Your water is tested for inorganic contaminants, nitrate, lead and copper, volatile organic contaminants, synthetic organic contaminants and total trihalomethanes.  Additionally, your water is tested for coliform bacteria a minimum of ten times a month.  The contaminants detected in your drinking water are included in the Table of Detected Contaminants.  Something every regulation has in common is a requirement to notify the public if there is a regulation violation.  If we violate a regulation, we are required to let you know.  The EPA also requires water suppliers to monitor for unregulated contaminants to provide occurrence data for future regulations.   Some people may be more vulnerable to disease causing microorganisms or pathogens in drinking water than the general population.  Immuno-compromised persons such as persons with cancer undergoing chemotherapy, people who have undergone organ transplants, people with HIV/AIDS or other immune system disorders, some elderly and infants can be particularly at risk from infections.  These people should seek advice from their health care provider about their drinking water.  EPA/CDC guidelines on appropriate means to lessen the risk of infection by Cryptosporidium, Giardia and other microbial pathogens are available from the Safe Drinking Water Hotline, (1-800-426-4791). In New York, the State Health Department is responsible for enforcing EPA’s regulations.  The State has the option, which it has used in several cases, to implement its own regulations if they are equivalent or more stringent than the EPA’s.  The State Health Department reviews and approves treatment plant and distribution system modifications as well as new construction.  They also review all our operating and monitoring data for compliance on a monthly basis.   The Geneva office of the New York State Department of Health has jurisdiction over the Village of Phelps Water System. They can be contacted at:             New York State Department of Health Geneva District Office 624 Pre-Emption Road Geneva, NY 14456-1334 (315) 789-3030     Turbidity   Turbidity is a measure of the cloudiness of the water.  We monitor it because it is a good indicator of the effectiveness of our filtration system.  Below is a table showing performance standards determined by the State and the results of our monitoring. Contaminant Violation Yes/No Date of Highest Sample Level Detected MCLG Regulatory Limit (MCL, TT, or AL) Turbidity (Highest Annual Test Result)   No   10/17/24   .18 NTU   N/A   TT=<5 NTU Lowest Monthly % of Samples meeting Requirements No   99.9% N/A TT=95% of samples <1.0 NTU Distribution Turbidity * No 06/04/24 .87NTU N/A MCL=5 NTU Notes:  State regulations require that turbidity must always be below 5 NTU.  The regulations also require that 95% of the turbidity samples collected have measurements below 1.0 NTU.  100% of the turbidity measurements of water leaving the Newark Filter Plant in 2024 were below 1.0 NTU.  *Distribution Turbidity is a measure of the cloudiness of the water found in the distribution system.  We monitor it because it is a good indicator of water quality.  High turbidity can hinder the effectiveness of disinfectants.  Our highest monthly distribution turbidity measurement during the year, (.87 NTU), occurred in June 2024.  This is below the State’s maximum contaminant level (5 NTU).       Tables of Detected Contaminants   Parameter Violations Yes/No EPA/NYS Limits Units Results Samples In 2023 Likely Source of Contamination   Radioactive Contaminants               Gross Alpha (Sampled 9/19/23)        No 15 PCi/L ND 1 Erosion of natural deposits of certain minerals that are radioactive and may emit a form of radiation known as alpha radiation. Gross Beta (Sampled 9/19/23)   No   50 *   PCi/L   ND   1 Decay of natural and manmade deposits of certain minerals that are radioactive and may emit a form of radiation known as photons and beta radiation. Radium – 226*   No   5 PCi/L    ND 1 Erosion of natural deposits Radium – 228* No 5 PCi/L ND 1   Erosion of natural deposits   Uranium No 30 ug/L ND 1 Erosion of natural deposits * - Radium 226 and 228 is sampled by taking 1 grab sample per calendar quarter and analyzing the composite of those samples The State considers 50 PCi/L to be the level of concern for beta particles. Tables of Detected Contaminants, (cont.) Parameters (sampled 10/08/24) EPA/NYS Limits Units Results Likely Source of Contamination Barium   2   ppm   .024   Erosion of natural deposits; Discharge of drilling wastes; Discharge from metal refineries. Nickel   N/A   ppm   .0017   Nickel enters groundwater and surface water by dissolution of rocks and soils, from atmospheric fallout, from biological decays and from waste disposal. Chromium   .1   ppm   ND Discharge from steel and pulp mills; Erosion of natural deposits Nitrate (sampled 10/08/24)   10   ppm   .24 Run off from fertilizer use; Leaching from septic tanks, sewage; erosion of natural deposits Fluoride 2.2 ppm .50 Erosion of natural deposits; Water additive that promotes strong teeth; Discharge from fertilizer and aluminum refineries 1,4-Dioxane (sampled 1/16/24) 1 ppb ND Released into the environment from commercial and industrial sources and is associated with inactive and hazardous waste sites Perfluorooctanoic acid (Sampled 03/05/24) 10 ppt 1.5 Released into the environment from widespread use in commercial and industrial applications     Parameter Sampled 6/04/24-6/14/24   EPA/NYS Limits   Range of Values   90th Percentile  Value   % Homes Exceeding Action Level   Lead   AL=15 ug/l   ND – 6.2 ug/l   1.8 ug/l 0 %   Copper   AL=1.3 mg/l   .059 mg/l – .60 mg/l   .50 mg/l   0 % *No Lead and Copper samples were taken in 2024   As you can see by the table, our system had no violations.  We have learned through our testing that some contaminants have been detected; however, these contaminants were detected below New York State requirements. We are required to present the following information on lead in drinking water: Lead can cause serious health problems, especially for pregnant women and young children.  Lead in drinking water is primarily from materials and components associated with service lines and home plumbing. The Village of Phelps is responsible for providing high quality drinking water and removing lead pipes, but cannot control the variety of materials used in plumbing components in your home.  You share the responsibility for protecting yourself and your family from the lead in your home plumbing.  You can take responsibility by identifying and removing lead materials within your home plumbing and taking steps to reduce your family’s risk.  Before drinking tap water, flush your pipes for several minutes by running your tap, taking a shower, doing laundry or a load of dishes.  You can also use a filter certified by an American National Standards Institute accredited certifier to reduce lead in drinking water.  If you are concerned about lead in your water and wish to have your water tested, contact Adam Lotyczewski (Village of Phelps Water Department) at 315-548-3254.  Information on lead in drinking water, testing methods and steps you can take to minimize exposure is available at http://www.epa.gov/safewater/lead.   What should I do?   Call us at the number below to find out where to get your water tested for copper. Run your water for 15-30 seconds or until it becomes cold before using it for drinking or cooking.  This flushes any standing copper from the pipes. Don’t cook or drink water from the hot water tap: copper dissolves more easily in hot water. Do not boil your water to remove copper.  Excessive boiling makes the copper more concentrated.   What does this mean?   This is not an emergency.  If it had been, you would have been notified within 24 hours.  Copper is an essential nutrient, but some people who drink water containing copper in excess of the action level over a relatively short period of time could experience gastrointestinal distress.  Some people who drink water containing water in excess of the action level over many years could suffer liver or kidney damage.  People with Wilson’s disease should consult their personal doctor. The addition of an orthophosphate sequestering agent to our finished water in September 2013 has worked to reduce the copper levels in your drinking water and continues to maintain acceptable water quality. The Village of Newark has worked closely with Department of Health to resolve the previous problem.  For more information, please contact Adam Lotyczewski at 315-548-3254 or the Geneva office of the Department of Health at 315-789-3030.   Disinfection By-Products - 2024 Total Trihalomethanes (TTHMs – Chloroform, Bromodichloromethane and Bromoform   Violations Yes/No MCL MCLG Range Highest Annual Average Likely Source of Contamination Stage 2 No 80ug/L N/A 30-56.9ug/L 51.5ug/L* By-product of drinking water chlorination needed to kill harmful organisms.  TTHMs are formed when source water contains large amounts of organic materials HAA 5 (Dibromoacetic Acid, Dichloroacetic Acid, Monobromoacetic Acid, Monochloroacetic Acid, Trichloroacetic Acid)   Violations Yes/No MCL MCLG Range Highest Annual Average Likely Source of Contamination Stage 2 No 60ug/L N/A 19.8-40ug/L 33.75ug/L* By-product of drinking water chlorination                 *This level represents the highest locational running average calculated from data collected   Village of Phelps Water Source Detected Contaminants The Village of Phelps is required to collect and analyze two total coliform samples per month (24 total) within our water system.  The table below summarizes total coliform testing for 2024   Microbiological Contaminants Contaminants Violation (?) MCL MCLG Sources in Drinking Water Total Samples Total Coliform Bacteria NO Any positive sample *2 0 Naturally present in the environment 24 E. Coli NO Any positive sample 0 Human and animal fecal in water 24 Total Coliforms – Coliforms are bacteria that are naturally present in the environment and are used as an indicator that other, potentially harmful, bacteria may be present   KEY: AL = Action Level - The concentration of a contaminant, which if exceeded, triggers treatment or other requirements which a water system must follow. Maximum Contaminant Level, (MCL) = The highest level of a contaminant that is allowed in drinking water.  MCLs are set as close as possible to the MCLGs as feasible. Maximum Contaminant Level Goal, (MCLG) = The level of a contaminant in drinking water below which there is no known or expected risk to health.  MCLGs allow for a margin of safety. Maximum Residual Disinfectant Level, (MRDL) = The highest level of a disinfectant allowed in drinking water.  There is convincing evidence that addition of a disinfectant is necessary for control of microbial contaminants. Maximum Residual Disinfectant Level Goal, (MRDLG) = The level of a drinking water disinfectant below which there is no known or expected health risk.  MRDLGs do not reflect the benefits of the use of disinfectants to control microbial contamination. ND = Not detected, absent or present at less than testing method detection level.  All testing methods are EPA approved with detection limits much less than the MCL. NEG = Negative results. NS = No standard. NTU = turbidity unit of measurement (Nephelometric Turbidity Units). TT = Treatment Technique - a required process intended to reduce the level of a contaminant in drinking water. Mg/L = Milligram per liter- corresponds to one part of liquid in one million parts of liquid (parts per million -ppm). Pci/L = Picocuries per liter - a measure of the radioactivity in water. Ug/L = Micrograms per liter - corresponds to one part of liquid in one billion parts of liquid (parts per billion-ppb). Ng/L = Nanograms per liter – corresponds to one part of liquid in one trillion parts of liquid (parts per trillion-ppt).   Why Save Water and How to Avoid Wasting It Although our system has an adequate amount of water to meet present and future demands, there are a number of reasons why it is important to conserve water: ¨       Saving water saves energy and some of the costs associated with both of these necessities of life; ¨       Saving water reduces the cost of energy required to pump water and the need to construct costly new wells, pumping systems and water towers; and ¨       Saving water lessens the strain on the water system during a dry spell or drought, helping to avoid severe water use restrictions so that essential firefighting needs are met.   You can play a role in conserving water by becoming conscious of the amount of water your household is using, and by looking for ways to use less whenever you can.  It is not hard to conserve water.  Conservation tips include: ¨       Automatic dishwashers use 15 gallons for every cycle, regardless of how many dishes are loaded.  So, loading it to capacity is more efficient. ¨       Turn off the tap when brushing your teeth. ¨       Check every faucet in your home for leaks.  Just a slow drip can waste 15 to 20 gallons a day.  Fix it and you can save almost 6,000 gallons per year. ¨       Check your toilets for leaks by putting a few drops of food coloring in the tank, watch for a few minutes to see if the color shows up in the bowl.  It is not uncommon to lose up to 100 gallons a day from one of these otherwise invisible toilet leaks.  Fix it and you save more than 30,000 gallons a year.  

Town of Phelps Speed Limit Radar Program If you are interested in having the Town of Phelps place a speed limit radar sign in front of your house, please continue reading:  1)      This is not an enforcement activity.  The signs will not enforce speeding tickets to be issued.  We will share with local law enforcement any patterns that are discovered.  2)      This is a monitoring system, allowing the Town to use the data to potentially submit a request to the County/State to lower the speed limit, and to understand the existing traffic patterns.  3)      The signs will be in place for 7-10 days, then moved to new areas.  4)      At this time, this is only for Town-controlled roads.  County Roads will need a permit which we would apply for at the County level, and the sign are not to be used on the State Roads, i.e. Routes 14, 88, 96 and 488.  5)      Every area is different, these signs run only on solar power.  It will not be possible to place a sign in a heavily shaded area.  Please fill out the radar sign placement application if you would like to have the Town evaluate your area for use.  You can find the form here or on on our website under Marriage License Info and Town Forms.  Scroll down the page to access the form.   Email the completed application to tzoning2@phelpsny.com

HELP WANTED Town of Phelps Water Department Part-Time Laborer (2 positions to fill) Laborer – Part Time       $20.87 per hour Target Start Date May 1, 2025 through Water Project (Up to 40 hours weekly)   Must possess a valid Driver’s license   Applications must be submitted electronically at https://www.ontariocountyny.gov/ by April 15, 2025.    No civil service test required for Laborer -Part Time   Resumes must be sent to tbookie@phelpsny.com or can be dropped off at 79 Main Street, Phelps, NY

The Phelps Town Board will hold a Special Meeting on Tuesday, March 25, 2025 at the Phelps Town Court/Meeting Facility, 1331 St. Rt. 88, Phelps, NY at 6:00 PM. The meeting will involve a Public Hearing for the proposed Rt. 96/488 Extension 1 Water District.  Click HERE to view the meeting agenda.  . 

The Child Advocacy Center of the Finger Lakes announces that volunteers needed for the annual Shine Bright for Children Gala - hosted by the CACFL at Ventosa Vineyards!! Date: June 6, 2025 Time: 6 PM - 11 PM Place: 3440 NY-96A, Geneva, NY 14456 The 2025 annual Shine Bright for Children Gala will be held at Ventosa Vineyards in Geneva!! Volunteers are necessary for this event to be a success, and we would love your participation this summer! Please feel free to email Hannah@cacfingerlakes.org or call our office (585) 394-2573 if you are interested in joining our volunteer committee for this event!

At a regular meeting of the Town Board of the Town of Phelps, in the County of Ontario, New York, held in the Town of Phelps on March 11, 2025, in the matter of the Creation of the Route 96/488 Water District, Extension No. 1 in the Town of Phelps, County of Ontario, New York. A public hearing of the Town Board of the Town of Phelps will be held at the Phelps Town Meeting Hall, 1331 NYS Route 88, Phelps, New York, on March 25, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. on said day, to consider creation of said District and to hear all persons interested in the subject thereof, concerning the same, and for such other and further action on the part of said Town Board, with relation to the premises. PLEASE CLICK HERE TO READ THE ENTIRE ORDER CALLING FOR PUBLIC HEARING. PLEASE CLICK HERE TO READ THE LEGAL DESCRIPTION.

THE 2025 SPECIAL COLLECTION EVENTS SCHEDULE FOR ONTARIO COUNTY INCLUDES COLLECTION OF THE FOLLOWING: HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS WASTE ELECTRONIC WASTE TIRES PAPER SHREDDING MATTRESSES RIGID PLASTIC PUMPKINS PLEASE CLICK HERE FOR DATES, TIMES AND LOCATIONS FOR EACH EVENT.  

The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Commissioner Basil Seggos announced the annual statewide ban prohibiting residential brush burning. This year's Burn Ban will run from March 16th through May 14th, 2025.  As in years past, there are a few types of fires that are not part of the ban.  This includes small cooking fires, small campfires, and some ceremonial fires. 

PLEASE TAKE NOTICE: that the Phelps Town Board will hold the March 2025 Regular Town Board meeting on Tuesday, March 11, 2025 at 6:00 PM at the Phelps Town Court/Meeting Facility, 1331 St. Rt. 88, Phelps, NY at 6:00 PM.The meeting agenda can be viewed here: March 2025 Meeting Agendaalong with the link to join virtually via Zoom.

PLANT A PINWHEEL GARDEN! Blue pinwheels, the national symbol for child abuse prevention, remind us of the childhoods we want for all children. Join the Child Advocacy Center of the Finger Lakes' efforts to help children and families, prevent child abuse and raise awareness by planting a pinwheel garden at your home or office this April. For details on how to order click here: Pinwheel Garden or scan the QR Code in the flyer above.

Do you want to learn more about Phelps Forward?  https://phelpsny.com/phelps-forward

Ontario County Planning Department Freight Rail Corridor Development Plan  FINAL PUBLIC OPEN HOUSE Join us and share your input on the plan, Tuesday, March 4, 2025, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM stop in anytime. No formal presentation. Finger Lakes Welcome Center, 35 Lake Front Drive Geneva, NY 14456 For more information contact: Thomas Harvey | 585-396-4455 | Thomas.Harvey@ontartiocountyny.gov Jody Binnix | 585-232-6240 x218 | JBinnix@gtcmpo.org https://ontariocountyny.gov/2060/Ontario-County-Frieght-Rail-Corridor-Dev

PLEASE TAKE NOTICE: that the Phelps Town Board will hold the February 2025 Regular Town Board meeting on Tuesday, February 11, 2025 at 6:00 PM at the Phelps Town Court/Meeting Facility, 1331 St. Rt. 88, Phelps, NY at 6:00 PM.The meeting will start with a Public Hearing for the Fire Contracts between the Town and the three local fire departments.The meeting agenda can be viewed here: February 2025 Meeting Agendaalong with the link to join virtually via Zoom. Zoom info:Town of Phelps Board Meeting:Feb 11, 2025 06:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)Join Zoom Meeting: Click here to join the meetingMeeting ID: 886 1949 7313Passcode: 066465

The Town of Phelps Offices will be closed on Monday, February 17, 2025 in observance of Presidents' Day. We will re-open Tuesday, February 18, 2025 at 9:00 AM. Have a safe and happy holiday!

Town of Phelps Planning Board MeetingJan 28, 2025 06:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)Join Zoom Meetinghttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/87901059160?pwd=krqZypu1ATUceFxgZhRbAbZUbHtXvb.1 Meeting ID: 879 0105 9160Passcode: 565335 AGENDA FOR THE TOWN OF PHELPS PLANNING BOARD MEETING 1/28/20241. Call to Order2. Pledge of Allegiance3. Introductions4. Reading and Disposal of December 19, 2024, Planning Board Meeting Minutes (attendance included Minns,Asselta, Ryan, Brown, and McNicholas)5. Public Hearings –a. SD25-01: David Burnisky on behalf of the Elizabeth Meath Estate is requesting tosubdivide and merge 48.00-1-11.000 / 48.00-1-10.100 and 48.00-1-10.200 to createconforming lots for addresses of 1667 & 1679 Fort Hill Rd, Phelps, NY 14532.b. SD25-02: Missy Spence on behalf of Outlet Acres of 2405 Co Rd 25, Clifton Springs isrequesting to subdivide 22-.00-3-38.20 and 22.00-3-16.000 into 4 lots. Lots 1&3 will beannexed together to create a 103+/- acre parcel and Lots 2&4 will be annexed togetherto create a 52-acre parcel.c. SD25-03: Steven and Diane Matteson of 2309 McBurney Rd, Clifton Springs is requestinga subdivision to create 2 lots from an existing 27+/- acre parcel 34.00-3-66.110. Lot 1 tobe 1.8 acres to be retained and the remaining 26.17 acres to be conveyed.d. SP24-09: Re-open the public hearing from September 26th, 2024 for public comment:Sonja Torpey, Project Manager of Tetra Tech is requesting on Behalf of CTEC Solar, LLC.,of 1 Griffith Road South, Suite 200, Bloomfield, CT 06002, site plan review for theconstruction of a 3.4 MW solar project at 120 & 138 Cross Road, Geneva, NY 14456pursuant to Chapter 145-84, Large-Scale Solar Systems of the Phelps Town Code.6. Public Comment - Open the floor to public comment and questions (5-minute limit perperson)7. Unfinished Business –a. None.8. New Business –a. None.9. Trainings:Board members are required to attend four hours of zoning/planning training annually.b. https://www.co.ontario.ny.us/192/Training - Ontario County Training Page.c. https://mrbgroup.com/bootcamp/ - MRB Municipal Bootcamp schedule—Please notethat due to the change in meeting schedule, we will not be holding any in-personmunicipal boot camp training this year. The board members may take these at theirconvenience and send proof of attendance for training credit.

Town of Phelps Zoning Board Meeting Jan 21, 2025 07:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada) Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87876196045?pwd=fqoMTYBKqrQ74doQPXBZ03TwxThNOO.1 Meeting ID: 878 7619 6045 Passcode: 033339 AGENDA FOR THE TOWN OF PHELPS ZONING BOARD MEETING 01/21/2025 Call to Order – Drew to conduct the meeting up to the 2025 officer elections Pledge of Allegiance Introductions – Forgo 2025 Officer Elections Reading and Disposition of meeting minutes November 21, 2024 (Niles, Mitchell, Westfall, Cialini, Peck) Public Hearings – None. Public Comment- Open the floor for public comment and questions. (5minutes per person) Unfinished Business – None. New Business – None. Zoning Officer Brief – None. Training - Board members are required to attend four hours of zoning/planning training annually. https://www.co.ontario.ny.us/192/Training- Ontario County Training Page. https://mrbgroup.com/bootcamp/ - MRB Municipal Bootcamp schedule—Please note that due to the change in meeting schedule, we will not be holding any in-person municipal boot camp training this year. The board members may take these at their convenience and send proof of attendance for training credit. Board Concerns Meeting Close Please note that any member of the board that would like to discuss any issues or concerns, please notify me and I will place it on the agenda at the appropriate time. tzoning@phelpsny.com  

January 21, 2025 Regular Board Meeting Information Click here to view agenda Town of Phelps Board Meeting Jan 21, 2025 06:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada) Join Zoom Meeting htps://us02web.zoom.us/j/89688762947?pwd=uYddGOc6hFIalZgc4fgAfaAAIbz2Dk.1 Meeting ID: 896 8876 2947 Passcode: 195450

Supply the Shelters with Assemblyman Jeff Gallahan Donate: January 15, 2025 to February 13, 2025 To Benefit Beverly Hills Shelter and Happy Tails, Residents of Ontario and Seneca counties are encouraged to donate items such as: New dog food (canned or dry) New cat food (canned or dry) Treats Toys (for cats and dogs) Litter Cleaning supplies Donations can be dropped of at the following locations: Assemblyman Jeff Gallahan's Office in Geneva (70 Elizabeth Blackwell Street, Geneva, NY 14456) Phelps Town Hall in Phelps (79 Main Street, Phelps, NY 14532) Manchester Town Hall in Clifton Springs (1272 County Road 7, Clifton Springs, NY 14432) Canandaigua Town Hall in Canandaigua (5440 Route 5 & 20 W, Canandaigua, NY 14424) Seneca Falls Library in Seneca Falls (47 Cayuga Street, Seneca Falls, NY 13148) Waterloo Village Hall in Waterloo (41 West Main Street, Waterloo, NY 13165) Drop off items at the Phelps Town Hall during our regular business hours: Monday - Thursday 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM, Friday 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM

The Phelps Town Offices will be closed on Monday, January 20, 2025 in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day.

2025 TREE & SHRUB PROGRAM ONTARIO COUNTY SOIL AND WATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT Trees and Shrubs must be ordered in quantities listed or in multiples of those listed.  Call for quantities over 300.  585-396-1450.  For a list of species and pricing please click the link below: 2025 TREE & SHRUB PROGRAM  

Snowplow Safety Reminders Drivers need room to do their job! When traveling behind a plow, please be patient and leave at least three car lengths of distance between you and the plow. Do not drive directly behind a plow and NEVER pass a plow. Snowplows cannot clear snow effectively if cars are parked on the roadside. If its going to snow on your car, it is going to snow on the road. Park it on your lawn or driveway. Keep your trash bins for pick up back from the road so the plows don't knock them over. Drivers should stay back from intersections when encountering a working plow. Pedestrians! If you see a snowplow, assume that the driver hasn't seen you and move off the sidewalk into a yard where you are clearly visible! Same Team! Same Team! - Do not throw snow in the road, before or after the snowplow has come by!

Winter Driving Tips Reduce your speed to counteract traction lost due to the slick road surface Increase your following distance, compared to when you drive in clear, dry conditions Be smooth when accelerating, turning, and braking Be prepared by having a fully-stocked emergency kit aboard Keep your fuel tank at least half full Ensure your tires have plenty of tread and are properly inflated

Mark your calendars for Bikers Against Child Abuse's spaghetti dinner on February 2, 2025!! This Fundraiser will take place at the Moose Lodge (5375 West Henrietta Road) from 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM. Tickets are $15.00 per person! Scan the QR code to make a donation We are looking forward to this event and hope to see you there!!

The Town Hall Offices will be closed on Wednesday, January 1, 2025 in observance of New Year’s Day. We will re-open on Thursday, January 2, 2025 at 9:00 AM HAPPY NEW YEAR!

Click here for the agenda: Phelps 2024 Year-End Meeting Agenda

NOTICE… The TRANSFER STATION Will be closed on Wednesday, December 25th & Wednesday, January 1st     No additional hours will be scheduled.     

The Town Hall Office Hours The Town Hall offices will close at noon on Tuesday, December 24, 2024 and remain closed on Wednesday, December 25, 2024 in observance of the Christmas Holiday. We will re-open on Thursday December 26, 2024 at 9:00 AM. Have a Merry Christmas !  

THE TOP THREE REASONS TO LICENSE YOUR DOG To control and prevent the spread of rabies An easy form of identification to return lost dogs to their owners IT'S THE LAW It is New York State law that all dogs must be licensed in the Town in which they reside. Dog licenses are valid for one year. Once your dog is licensed, you will receive annual renewal forms in the mail before the license expiration date. For more information please call 315-548-5691. You may download a print-only registration form at this link: Dog License Registration Form Town Clerk's Office Hours: Monday-Thursday 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM / Friday 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM

The Town of Phelps dog license fee will increase as of January 1, 2025. Please be advised that these fees are a direct result of a cost increase by Ontario County. The cost for a new license or a license renewal for a Spayed or Neutered Dog will be $30.00 per dog. The cost for a new license or a license renewal for an Unspayed or Unneutered Dog will be $35.00 per dog.  For more information please call 315-548-5691 or click here: Dog Licenses - Town of Phelps

Did you know that the Town utilizes a program that allows us to contact our residents en masse with important information and upcoming special events to better serve our community? We do, and this system has proved to be effective and provides good and needful communication to our residents. If you would like to register for the program to ensure you receive these informational calls, please Click here to register for Hyper-Reach  Additionally you can call (or text ‘alert’) to the following number to register: 315-325-8868 You do not need to do both. If you have any questions regarding this new system, please call the Town Hall at 315-548-5691. Thank you.

TOWN OF PHELPS BATTERY AND LIGHTBULB DROP-OFF The Town of Phelps accepts specific types of used batteries and lightbulbs for recycling during our regular business hours. This program is FREE to all Town and Village residents.  For more information, please review the list of acceptable and unacceptable items here: Acceptable and Unacceptable Items List Please return these items in their original packaging if possible.  We are located at 79 Main Street in the Village of Phelps.  Our regular business hours are: Monday - Thursday 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM / Friday 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Regular Board Meeting Agenda Click here to view agenda Town of Phelps Regular Board Meeting  December 9, 2024 07:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)  Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89547288220?pwd=foEUv0Kk82eEaa0m4AfaZelEHoI5NW.1  Meeting ID: 895 4728 8220 Passcode: 435259

Informational meeting at 6:00 PM on December 9, 2024 Click here to view the agenda

Capital Project Vote Wednesday December 11, 2024 from 12:00 PM to 9:00 PM, Middle School Library, 1554 State Route 488 Click Here for complete information on 2024 Capital Project

The Town of Phelps along with The Phelps Ambulance and Otis & Lisa's Pizza are sponsoring Salvation Army Angel Tree! Here's how you can help! Pick up a gift tag at any of the businesses listed above during their regular hours of operation. Return the unwrapped present requested by the Angel to the Phelps Town Hall, 79 Main Street, Phelps NY, no later than Noon on Thursday, December 12, 2024. Thank You for your support and generosity!   

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United Way's ROC The Day Donate to causes you care about ROC the Day is a 24-hour, online giving extravaganza powered by United Way of Greater Rochester and the Finger Lakes that takes place annually on the Tuesday after Thanksgiving, also known as Giving Tuesday. ROC the Day gives people in our community an opportunity to support not-for-profit organizations doing great work in the nine-county Greater Rochester area. This year, ROC the Day will take place on December 3 from midnight to 11:59 pm. Donors (our fabulous ROCstars) can make a real difference by giving to one or multiple organizations to support their philanthropic passions—whether that passion is for animals, arts & culture, education, health, religion, the environment, human services, or general community benefit. To make a gift, visit roctheday.org (a secure online giving platform) on December 3 and browse through our catalog of 500+ not-for-profits. It's an easy, one-stop way to fill your “cart” with causes that matter most to you. Let your friends, family, co-workers and social networks know about the causes you've chosen to support and encourage others to ROC the Day, too! All ROC the Day gifts will help local organizations and individuals in need! Use this link below to get more information!! ROC The Day

Click here for Winter Energy Workshop The Virtual Workshop days are as follow: Thursday, November 21, 2024 from 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM Thursday, January 9, 2025 from 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM Each workshop will cover these topics: Energy Efficiency Energy Affordability and Financial Assistance  Weatherization Services for Older Adults Consumer Protections and Responsibilities  Click here for Winter Preparedness Information Need Help with Winter Utility Bills? Learn about programs that can protect your services and assist you in managing your bills. Click the Winter preparedness link up above or call 1-800-342-3377 for more information!

LIVING WITH PARKINSON'S DISEASE - and the Importance of its Physical Management Tuesday, November 19, 2024 3:00-4:00 PM         Ferris Hills at West Lake, 1 Ferris Hills, Canandaigua, NY Objectives: Be able to identify common symptoms an risk factors of Parkinson's Disease Learn about the principles of the LSVT BIG program Be able to understand the importance of exercise in treatment of Parkinson's Disease Presenters: Nami Ranjit Shah, MD Benjamine VanHeck, DPT Dudley Hallstead, PT No registration necessary.   For more information please contact Nancy Church at 585-396-6375  

The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) has announced the Establishing Large Forests (ELF) Grant Program, providing $4.5 million to support forest establishment on private lands. This program offers grants from $30,000 to $750,000 for private landowners with 5+ acres of unforested land to aid in site preparation, tree planting, removal of competing vegetation, and deer protection measures. ELF is part of the broader climate resilience initiative under Governor Hochul's "25 million Trees" project and aims to enhance biodiversity, air and water quality, and carbon storage. Key Details: ·     Eligibility: Private landowners (or representatives) with at least 5 acres of unforested land in New York State. ·     Grant Amount: $30,000–$750,000 ·     Deadline: Applications due by 3 p.m., January 7, 2025. ·     Webinar: Informational webinar on Thursday, Nov. 14, 9-11 a.m. (Recording available on DEC’s website afterward). ·     Application: Through SFS Grants Management System; search for “Establishing Large Forests” or “ELF.” For more information click here    

It is getting closer to the holiday season and Child Advocacy Center of the Finger Lakes are always looking for more CAC Angels!!! A CAC Angel 'waits in the wings' ready to help a local child who is received on-going support services and treatment through child abuse response team members.  Angels may be asked to purchase clothes, shoes, dance lessons or help with another specific need. Please email Director@cacfingerlakes.org if you or someone you know may be interested!!

35% of Ontario County households struggle to afford basic necessities vital to their health and well-being. That's nearly 16,500 families who are barely scraping by on their income. Thanks to generous support from our community, Neighbor to Neighbor (N2N) has been providing emergency financial support to low-income families since 2020.  The visual shown above is a snapshot of the impact our N2N friends helped make possible in just the first eight months of this year. The need for emergency support is constant.  Our N2N team evaluates and responds to as many as five new requests for assistance every week! If you care about helping our neighbors maintain safe housing, safe transportation and access to heat this winter, please send a gift today.  Together, with your support, we will continue to help vulnerable individuals and families when they have nowhere else to turn.  Thank you for your thoughtful consideration.  Make an impact today - right here in our community - by sending a gift of $100, $75, or even $50 made payable to  FLACE/Neighbor to Neighbor Fund, PO Box 756, Canandaigua, NY 14424 Click here for more information    

Click here to view the Agenda for this meeting To join online: Town of Phelps Board Meeting Nov 4, 2024 07:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada) Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83964947246?pwd=P9GIWh93VTNisNvMuZHXkTml7W955M.1 Meeting ID: 839 6494 7246 Passcode: 710643

Click here for more information A vote on the capital project is set for Wednesday, Dec. 11 in the old Middle School Library.

Exercise your right to vote! General Election November 5, 2024 Polls open from 6:00 AM unto 9:00 PM. Early Voting: October 26 - November 3, 2024 You are eligible to vote 10 days before the November 5, 2024 Election!

Giant Hogweed (Heracleum Mantegazzianum) - Poisonous Invader of the Northeast Giant hogweed is a perennial herb with tuberous root stalks. It survives from one growing season to another by forming perennating buds and enduring a period of dormancy during the winter. It has just become one of an increasing number of New York States most striking, dangerous and invasive plants. You absolutely do not want to touch it and take it home to the family. It can make a case of poison Ivy seem like a mild itch. Click here for more information

Boat America Boater Safety Certificate Course  Ewing Community Center 124 Saltonstall, Canandaigua on 16 November 0900 and every 3rd Saturday in 2025. Veterans and Active duty are free of charge Register at: www.abs47.org  Who needs the certificate: Everyone operating a PWC and is at least 14 years old and everyone operating any motorized boat, and is at least 10 years old by 2025.

Pumpkin (and more!) Composting Event November 2 & 8 from 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM Registration is NOT required for this event. All locations are open and free to Ontario County residents. Now accepting: Pumpkins, Gourds, Flowers, Hay and Corn Stalks No plastic or metal accepted  Locations are as follows: Ontario County Parking Lot (Corner of Ontario Street and Pleasant Street, Canandaigua) Town of Geneva Transfer Station (32 White Springs Road, Geneva) Town of Victor Transfer Station (60 Rawson Road, Victor) For more information visit: OntariocountyRecycles.org  

Due to the Columbus Day Holiday, the next Phelps Town Board Meeting will be held on Monday, October 15, 2024 at the Phelps Town Court/Meeting Facility, 1331 St. Rt. 88, Phelps, NY at 7:00 PM.  The details of this meeting will be posted on the Town website and Facebook page with a clickable link to attend virtually via the Zoom Video Communications platform prior to the meeting.  Click here for the Meeting Agenda

Senior Newsbeat Senior Luncheon Series Join the Notre Dame Retreat House (5151 Foster Road, Canandaigua, NY) in providing local seniors citizens FREE monthly luncheons with educational components. October 18- Effective tools to brighten your outlook (with Jennifer Muscato, UR Thompson Health & Wellness) November 15- Easy to do strength and stretching (with Jennifer Muscato, UR Thompson Health & Wellness) December 15- Christmas music Call (585)394-5700 or register online at www.notredameretreat.org to reserve your spot A matter of Balance Looking for volunteer coaches  Coaches help participants become more confident about managing falls, help to identify ways to reduce falls, and lead exercised help increase strength and balance. Classes are held either once a week for eight week or twice a week for four weeks for two hours each. For more information about coach training, please contact:  Chelsea Carey, Volunteer coordinator (585)396-4409 , chelsea.carey@ontariocountyny.gov 

Please join The Phelps Community Center at our 20th Anniversary Gala, November 9, 2024 at Club 86 Geneva. Cocktails and hors d'oeuvers starting at 6:00 PM Dinner at 7:00 PM Live music and auction! Tickets:  Individual: $80.00  Couple: $150.00 Table of 8: $575.00    Sponsorship opportunities available! For more information, visit: www.phelpscc.org/events Formal / Black Tie Optional 

Town of Phelps Zoning Board Meeting Oct 17, 2024 07:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada) Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88495896738?pwd=eZadWK0hlA95CwEYbnipaHbS3YkvFn.1 Meeting ID: 884 9589 6738 Passcode: 347444   Town of Phelps Planning Board Meeting Oct 24, 2024 07:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada) Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85185933488?pwd=alkA1RZqeP33IGFJqvqkDKZxyb9HL1.1 Meeting ID: 851 8593 3488 Passcode: 960364

The Phelps Fire Department will hold a Turkey Raffle on November 2, 2024 at the Phelps Fire Hall, 77 Ontario Street, Phelps, NY. Doors open at 5:30 pm and the raffle starts at 6:00 pm. Free hot dogs, popcorn and water will be provided.  Other drinks will be available to purchase.

Do you think you have a hernia? Join us for a FREE presentation on the causes and symptoms of a hernia Thursday, October 3, 2024 from 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM at 1 Ferris Hills on Peg Rayburn Drive, Canandaigua, NY 14424. This event will feature: Hernia causes and symptoms Benefits of minimally invasive surgery using daVinci robotic-assisted technology Hands-on demonstration of the daVinci robot Refreshments provided! For further information please contact: Nancy_Church@URMC.Rochester.edu, (585) 393-0410

The Village Board of Phelps will hold it's next regular monthly meeting on Monday, May 12 at 5 pm in the Village Meeting Room located within the Phelps Community Center, 8 Banta Street.

HELP WANTED The Village of Phelps is accepting applications for a part-time Transfer Station Operator. Hours are Wednesdays from noon to 7:00 p.m. and Saturdays from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.; this position is a job share working one week on, one week off, with flexibility.  Minimal computer skills are required. Applications and further information available at the Village Clerk’s Office 8 Banta Street, Suite 150, Phelps 315-548-3861