Joseph E. Robach

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ABVI Goodwill Receives LEED Gold Certification

On Wednesday, October 13th, 2010, Senator Robach attended, and provided remarks at, a ceremony where ABVI Goodwill announced it has received its LEED Gold certification. You can read the entire press release below:

Rochester, NY (October 13, 2010) — The Association for the Blind and Visually Impaired (ABVI)-Goodwill Industries of Greater Rochester, Inc. announced today that its Call Center facility has been awarded LEED® (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) Gold certification through the U.S. Green Building Council for the design, construction, and operation of a high performance green building as verified by the Green Building Certification Institute.

 

October 13, 2010
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Senator Robach Visits Hilton High School for Homecoming

Friday, October 8th, the Hilton Cadets hosted Churchville-Chili in the annual homecoming football game. Prior to kickoff, Senator Robach visited with the team, provided remarks to the crowd, and performed the coin toss. Hilton defeated Churchville-Chili 21-13.

October 12, 2010
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Polisseni Track & Field Complex Groundbreaking

On Friday, October 8th, St. John Fisher College held a groundbreaking ceremony for the Polisseni Track & Field Complex. The College is adding an eight-lane, 400-meter competition track with a grass infield. Components will be installed in the infield for shot put, pole vault, and long jump events. In addition, there will be bleacher seating for approximately 1,000 people, with locker rooms for the student-athletes and public restrooms.

October 12, 2010
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Community Update for Week Ending October 8, 2010

Here is my Community Update for the week ending Friday, October 8th, 2010. For a full screen version, click on the .pdf file below.

 

October 8, 2010
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Hope Lodge Hospitality House Opening

On Wednesday, October 6th, Senator Robach made remarks at the ribbon cutting ceremony for the American Cancer Society B. Thomas Golisano Hope Lodge Hospitality House. Located at 1120 Goodman Street South, on the campus of the Colgate Rochester Crozer Divinity School, Hope Lodge Hospitality House offers lodging for cancer, trauma, and organ transplant patients and their families. For more information on the American Cancer Society, visit www.cancer.org.

October 7, 2010
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Five Star Bank in Greece Makes Donation to Two Doors

On Wednesday, September 29, Five Star Bank, which has a branch at Ridgemont Plaza in Greece, held a reception to make a donation to a local organization. Senator Robach spoke at the reception and is pictured here with respresenatives from Five Star Bank as they presented Paul Soscia (pictured left) with a $500 check for Two Doors Community Resource Center. Soscia serves as the Executive Director for the organization.

October 6, 2010
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Third Annual Women's Wellness Fair A Success!

This Saturday, I hosted my 3rd annual Women's Wellness Fair at the Greece Ridge Mall. Women and men of all ages were able to gain access to important information and services pertaining to their health.Senator Robach talks with the women of Erna's Hope. The nonprofit organization helps raise awareness for ovarian cancerTo find more information on Erna's Hope, visit http://ernashope.org/.

October 5, 2010
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National Fire Prevention Week October 3rd-9th

A little history about Fire Prevention Week...

Fire Prevention Week was established to commemorate the Great Chicago Fire, the tragic 1871 conflagration that killed more than 250 people, left 100,000 homeless, destroyed more than 17,400 structures and burned more than 2,000 acres. The fire began on October 8, but continued into and did most of its damage on October 9, 1871.

October 4, 2010
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Community Update for Week Ending October 1, 2010

Here is my community update for the week ending Friday, October 1st. In recognition of National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, which begins today, this week's edition is in pink. For a full screen version, click the link below.

October 1, 2010
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Senior Olympics Held at Atria Greece

Recently, Senator Robach attended the senior olympics, which were held at Atria Greece. This was the second year for the event in which residents competed in Nintendo Wii bowling, human horse racing, softball throw, a spelling bee, karaoke and a putting contest. Prizes were handed out during closing ceremonies, which wrapped up the event. Pictured with Senator Robach are Joan Whittenberg, Marion Woodworth, Fran Carlise, Janet Hinkel, Virginia Pletcher, Ann D'Aurilio, and Esther Gomes.

October 1, 2010
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Ridge Road Fire District T-Shirts for Breast Cancer Awareness

On Friday, October 1st, the Ridge Road Fire District kicked off Breast Cancer Awareness Month by unveiling special t-shirts that members will be wearing during the month of October. Senator Robach met with members of the Ridge Road Fire District today and made remarks at the press conference prior to the unveiling of the t-shirts. The navy blue shirts feature the district's logo and writing on the back in pink. Shirts were also sold for $10 with proceeds going to Breast Cancer Coalition of Rochester.

October 1, 2010
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Senator Robach's 3rd Annual Women's Wellness Fair

Saturday, October 2nd, I will be holding my Third Annual Women's Wellness Fair. Again this year, this event will take place at The Mall at Greece Ridge from 10 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. You can enter the mall through entrance #9, which is located by Liberty Travel. The health fair will feature a variety of vendors from the Rochester community who will offer information and resources pertaining to your personal health and over-all well-being. In addition, you will have the opportunity to receive free samples, breast cancer screenings, body mass index testing, blood pressure checks, and much more. 

September 30, 2010
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Toughening the Penalty Following Russell Station Vandalism

By now, I am sure everyone has heard about the individual or individuals responsible for stealing copper and releasing oil from a spare transformer at Rochester Gas and Electric’s Russell Station property.

It has been reported that RG&E found no evidence of oil along the Lake Ontario shoreline (either west or east of Slater Creek), and worked diligently to contain and clean up any oil in Slater Creek.

As a result of this crime and the environmental clean-up, this criminal (or criminals) left behind, I am proud to announce that I will introduce legislation that would criminalize intentional or reckless damage to the environment done in the course of committing another crime.

September 29, 2010
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Senator Robach Wraps up 2010 Dictionary Project

On Monday, September 27th, Senator Robach visited Northwood Elementary School in Hilton to wrap up the 2010 Dictionary Project. Over the past two weeks, Senator Robach has distributed dictionaries to third grade students in both Greece and Hilton as a part of a program sponsored by both the Greece Rotary and Hilton Rotary. Overall, third graders from 11 elementary schools received new dictionaries to use throughout the school year. Pictured with Senator Robach is third grader Lauren Morris.

September 27, 2010
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3rd Annual Ovarian Cancer Race Sunday, September 26th

On Sunday, September 26th, the 3rd Annual Ovarian Cancer Race will take place at Cobbs Hill. Proceeds from this event will benefit the Cancer Wellness Spa of Greater Rochester. For more information on the race, click on the .pdf document below. You can also receive more information on Cancer Wellness Spa of Greater Rochester by clicking here to visit their web site.

September 24, 2010
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Community Update For Week Ending September 24th, 2010

Here is my Community Update for the week ending Friday, September 24th. As always, you can view it in full screen by clicking the link below.

September 24, 2010
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Greece Senior's Harvest Dance

On Thursday, September 23rd, the Town of Greece celebrated the first day of fall with a Senior's Harvest. Senator Robach visited with guests as they danced to a variety of music at the Town of Greece Community and Senior Center. For more information on Town of Greece events, click here to vist the town's website.

September 23, 2010
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National Take-Back Initiative Saturday September 25th

On September 25, 2010, the Drug Enforcement Administration will coordinate a collaborative effort with state and local law enforcement agencies to remove potentially dangerous controlled substances from our nation’s medicine cabinets. Collection activities will take place from 10:00 a.m. through 2:00 p.m. at sites established throughout the country.  The National Take-Back Day provides an opportunity for the public to surrender expired, unwanted, or unused pharmaceutical controlled substances and other medications for destruction.  These drugs are a potential source of supply for illegal use and an unacceptable risk to public health and safety.

Collections will take place at the following locations in my district:

September 22, 2010
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Celebrate the Glen Held in Brighton

On Sunday, September 19th, "Celebrate the Glen" was held in Brighton. This event featured historic photographs and film, original artwork, and nostalgic exhibits for visitors to better understand the past of Corbett's Glen. Pictured here, Senator Robach views one of the many historic photographs that were on display. For more information, you can visit www.corbettsglen.org.

September 20, 2010
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Unveiling the Three-Panel Mural on the Erie Canal in Greece

On Monday, September 20th, 2010, the Greece Chamber of Commerce dedicated a new kiosk and three-panel mural underneath the Elmgrove Road bridge at Henpeck Park in Greece. The mural, located on the Erie Canal, was designed by artist Stacey Kirby and depicts three stages of the canal in Greece. The ribbon-cutting ceremony was held as a part of World Canals Conference, which is taking place through Thursday this week. Events are scheduled for Spencerport, Brockport, Pittsford, Fairport, Bushnell's Basin and Buffalo.

September 20, 2010
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