Blessings in a Backpack Update At Fulton Sunrise Rotary
Mary Beth and Rob Hill spoke at a Fulton Sunrise Rotary meeting about Blessings in a Backpack a program started four years ago to feed school age children from low income families. A four year 4000 grant was received from the Shineman Foundation. Call 315-598-7845 for details. The club meets Fridays at 7 a.m. at Mimi's.
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Mexico Academy district adopts 53.7 million budget no tax increase
The Mexico Academy and Central School District approved a 53.7 million dollar budget, keeping the tax levy flat for the second year. Superintendent Sean Bruno highlighted funds for staffing at Palermo and New Haven Elementary, expanded college courses, school improvements, technology, and transportation upgrades. The district previously faced revenue concerns tied to the FitzPatrick plant but will receive PILOT payments and-state aid to reduce reliance on reserves.
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Fort Ontario upgrades funded for modernization project
A 1.3 million New York funded effort will modernize Fort Ontario in Oswego with upgrades to electrical systems water lines natural gas lines and sewer infrastructure dating to the 1840s. Crews are active inside the fort and grounds with completion planned for early June. Fort Ontario Site Manager Paul Lear says the project will improve safety power access and interpretive programming while Mayor Billy Barlow highlights state support for the asset. The fort hosts an upcoming History and Archaeology Conference spanning Friday to Sunday.
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Oswego County seeks state help expanding occupancy tax
Oswego County legislators approved a resolution urging state lawmakers to amend tax rules to allow collection of an occupancy tax on short term lodging facilities with fewer than six rental units. The measure aims to level the playing field with hotels and other counties, though it drew party line opposition from some Republicans.
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