Every Friday at 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. for children ages 5-11 from July 2 to August 13.
This is a fun craft and story program with an emphasis on water in and around our world.
Please register by stopping at the Maxwell front desk or calling them at 672-3661.
Maxwell Library Friday Fun
June 29th, 2010 Posted in Events
Jun, 29 2010
Progress Continues on Onondaga Lake Restoration
June 29th, 2010 Posted in DEC Lake Clean Up, Environmental
Jun, 29 2010
Found a good post over at Onondaga-Lake-Initiatives.com (One of Honeywell’s websites) that has some updates regarding the Onondaga Lake Clean up as well as future Wastebed 13 plans. Besides information, the post has some excellent photos that give an overview of the site, pipeline plans, the wall construction, Wastebed 13 geotube / liner / monitoring and containment.
The plan is to start prepping the site and build the water treatment plant this summer.
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) today released an updated design for the restoration of Onondaga Lake. The lake remediation plan, issued by the DEC and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, calls for a combination of dredging and capping—environmental cleanup methods that will remediate the contamination in sediments and water.
The updated design describes how material will be pumped from the lake and managed within a containment area, as well as how the water that drains from the material will be collected and sent to a new water treatment plant.
Comprehensive efforts to protect the public’s health and safety are an important part of the work to restore the lake. Health and safety plans are reviewed by DEC and the New York State Department of Health and are incorporated into every stage of the restoration. On June 18, DEC released the Health and Safety plan for the construction of the containment area to hold materials removed from the lake, as well as the initial work for the water treatment plant. Community health and safety plans for operational activities will be available for public review and comment in the summer of 2011.
Honeywell has made great progress on the cleanup of Onondaga Lake. Two phases of the underground barrier wall are complete. The wall, located along portions of I-690 in Geddes, prevents contaminated groundwater from reaching the lake. Work will continue throughout the summer.
Environmental Protection Agency Human Health Risk Assessment for Wastebed 13 Released.
June 18th, 2010 Posted in DEC Lake Clean Up
Jun, 18 2010
The EPA released the Human Health Risk Assessment that evalutes the public safety of moving and disposing of sediment from Onondaga Lake to Wastebed 13. The assessment found no significant health risks to local residents.
The document is over 30 pages with some rather technical details, but here are some highlights.
In response to a recent request from the community and elected officials, EPA has prepared this supplemental HHRA to identify any potential risks posed by sediment management and dewatering activities which will take place at the SCA. This assessment incorporated numerous conservative assumptions, and indicates all potential risks are within levels identified by EPA asacceptable.
….future scenarios were intended to represent the reasonable maximum exposure potential and both assume individuals of all ages could be exposed. As such, these risk estimatesare likely higher than risks that would likely be experienced by most receptors.
All resulting risk estimates and hazard indices were within levels identified by EPA as acceptable.The finding of acceptable risk estimates through application of these health protective assumptions, indicates that the plans for the SCA will not result in unacceptable risks for the surrounding community.
Read the entire Human Health Risk Assessment for Wastebed 13 here.
West Genesee ranked #1175 by Newsweek.
June 15th, 2010 Posted in Local News
Jun, 15 2010
A slight drop from last year, but still very respectable given there are over 27,000 high schools in America.
Free Kayak Seminar June 15 @ Maxwell.
June 10th, 2010 Posted in Events, Local News
Jun, 10 2010
Kathy Kitt, The owner of The Camillus Kayak Shop, will be giving a free seminar for all ages interested in learning about kayaking at The Maxwell Memorial Library June 15 at 6:30pm
There are many local places to kayak, including Camillus itself. So this should be fun and informative for the whole family.
Registration is requested.
Rabies Clinic Reminder
June 10th, 2010 Posted in Health
Jun, 10 2010
Just a reminder that there will be an Onondaga County Rabies Clinic at the Town Hall June 10 from 5 to 7pm. There is no cost but they ask for a $10 donation if able.
Jun, 05 2010
Registration for the 2010 Pop Warner season is set for Saturday June 19th and Sunday June 20th from 10:00 AM till 1:00 PM at Shove Park.
For a list of fees, requirements, and divisions be sure to look at the West Genesee Athletic Club’s Page
Octagon House Father’s Day Strawberry Festival
June 5th, 2010 Posted in Events
Jun, 05 2010
The Octagon House Father’s Day Strawberry Festival will be held Fathers Day June 20 from 12 – 4pm at 5420 W. Genesee St. The event costs $3 to $5 with strawberries, shortcake and ice cream available. Admission for fathers with family is free.
Fairmount Community Church Annual Flea Market & Craft
June 5th, 2010 Posted in Events, Local News
Jun, 05 2010
Fairmount Community Church will hold their Annual Flea Market & Craft Sale on June 19th, 2010 from 9AM to 4PM.
Vendors still wanted for the 90 or so spots. Call the Church office to reserve a space. 487-8521.
Gillie Lake Beach Schedule.
June 4th, 2010 Posted in Local News
Jun, 04 2010
The beach at Gillie Lake Veteran’s Memorial Park will be open:
June 5th & 6th from 11am to 6pm.
June 12th & 13th from 11am to 6pm.
It will be open for the summer season starting on Saturday June 19th from 11am to 6pm.