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Seneca County Board Approves Four-Year Union Deal for Sheriff's Road Patrol. The Seneca County Board of Supervisors has finalized a new four-year contract with the union representing sheriff’s road patrol officers and investigators. This agreement outlines terms for employment benefits and labor relations within the law enforcement unit. The decision was reached during a recent board meeting held in Waterloo. The approved contract aims to provide stability for county law enforcement personnel over the next several years. (Source: Finger Lakes Times on Apr 16) Finger Lakes Waterloo, NY

Waterloo Plans June Ceremony to Recognize Purple Heart Recipients. Waterloo officials are preparing to honor Purple Heart recipients at a ceremony scheduled for June 16 in Lafayette Park. Residents are encouraged to submit applications for eligible veterans by May 8, ensuring honorees can have their names inscribed on the community monument. The event highlights the village's continuing tradition of acknowledging military personnel wounded or killed in combat. Applications and required documentation can be accessed at local offices in Waterloo and Seneca County. (Source: Fingerlakes1.com on Apr 16) Finger Lakes Waterloo, NY

Mark Benjamin Named Republican Candidate for 131st Assembly District. After State Assemblyman Jeff Gallahan withdrew from the race for the 131st District seat, Republican leaders selected Mark Benjamin to replace him on the November ballot. The decision came as the party sought to maintain continuity and voter representation in the Finger Lakes region. Gallahan's withdrawal prompted swift action to ensure the district would have a candidate in the upcoming election. Benjamin’s candidacy now reshapes the race for this state legislative seat. (Source: Finger Lakes Times on Apr 16) Finger Lakes Waterloo, NY

Two Injured in Waterloo Intersection Collision; Driver Cited for Failure to Yield. A two-car crash occurred late Sunday morning at the intersection of State Route 96 and Brewer Road in Waterloo. Authorities determined that a Waterloo resident failed to yield when entering the roadway, resulting in a collision with an eastbound vehicle. The driver and passenger of the eastbound car were treated at the scene and then transported to Geneva General Hospital. The driver responsible was cited, while the other individuals involved received care on site and did not require hospitalization. (Source: Fingerlakes1.com on Apr 15) Finger Lakes Waterloo, NY Newark, NY Geneva, NY

Seneca County Board of Supervisors to Discuss Infrastructure and Labor Issues. The Seneca County Board of Supervisors will convene in Waterloo for its April meeting, featuring both committee sessions and a regular agenda. Key topics include labor agreements, upgrades to sewer infrastructure, and public safety funding, along with staffing and various grant applications. The meeting will also hold public hearings on significant wastewater treatment projects, where officials anticipate grant funding could help reduce costs for residents. The session will address both immediate and long-term county needs. (Source: Fingerlakes1.com on Apr 14) Finger Lakes Waterloo, NY

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