October-December 2024 Newsletter
From the desk of Randy House - Mayor
The DPW has been picking up leaves and small-size brush to help the Village remain clean and keep debris from entering catch basins and ditches.
Project Bloom had some rained out “Concerts in the Park”, but I hope you had a chance to enjoy the free concerts. Our annual Christmas tree lighting will be held on December 8th at 5:30 PM in Goettel Park.
Code Enforcement
Please contact Ed Cusato, Codes Officer, at 315-243-9568 for all building permits or code enforcement complaints as well as any questions on permits. Lawn upkeep is essential to prevent pests and drainage issues.
From the desk of George McCormick - DPW Supervisor
REMINDER: “flushable” wipes can NOT be disposed of into the sewer. Violation of our village law can carry up to a $1,000 fine per incident.
Brush pickup began in September. Keep brush and leaf piles separate without thorns, stones or animal feces. You will find updates on the digital sign outside the Village Offices. GRASS CLIPPINGS will not be picked up. Please keep storm drains, catch basins and ditches clear to allow for proper drainage.
Snow season is coming…allow extra time to arrive safely. Watch for plows and residents clearing their driveways.
BLOOD DRIVES
September 13 Central Square Baptist Church 1:30-6:30PM
September 24 Central Square American Legion 12-5PM
October 29 Central Square American Legion 12-5PM
November 15 Central Square Baptist Church 1:30-6:30PM
November 26 Central Square American Legion 12-5PM
December 30 Central Square American Legion 12-5PM
Happy Halloween!
UPCOMING EVENTS Be sure to add these to your calendars!
October 5 - 6 – “Scarecrow in the Square” Festival – Sign up to participate and register at Country Glazed.
October 6 – “Steak O Game” (like Bingo but you win STEAK). 2PM start – total play time is approx. 2.5 hours.
October 11 - 13 – Roger’s Rangers’ Encampment at Fort Brewerton.
October 12 – Craft and Vendor Fair at Central Square Legion 12-4 PM.
October 13 – Paint event at Central Square Legion (advance sign up required).
October 15 – Lunchtime Trivia for Adults at Central Square Library from 1:00-2:30 PM.
October 15 – Trivia Night for Adults at Good Golly’s from 6:00-7:30 PM.
October 19 – Field Band Home Show (further information to be announced).
October 23 – Oswego County Office for the Aging at the Central Square Library from 10 AM-12 PM.
October 27 – Drive “thru” Boo at Goettel Park.
November 7 – Paul V. Moore High School Drama Production at 4 PM.
November 8 - 9 – Paul V. Moor High School Drama Production at 7 PM.
November 11 – Veterans Day Ceremony at Central Square American Legion starting at 11 AM.
November 19 – Lunchtime Trivia for Adults at Central Square Library from 1:00-2:30 PM.
November 19 – Trivia Night for Adults at Good Golly’s from 6:00-7:30 PM.
November 30 - December 1 – Craft Fair at Lasnicki Landscaping (time to be announced).
December 8 – Community Tree Lighting in Goettel Park at 5:30 PM.
December 23 - January 3 – Central Square School District - Christmas Recess.
ONGOING EVENTS
Mondays from 1-3 PM at Central Square Library “Chicks with Sticks”: Knit and Crochet Group!
Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays OCO “Bistro” from 11-1 at the Central Square Community Church. 315-720-9732.
Tuesdays & Thursdays the “Scotty” at Divine Mercy Church is open from 9 AM-12 PM.
Wednesdays Line Dancing from 6:30-8 PM at Central Square American Legion (upstairs - $10).
Fridays Fish Fry from 4:30-8 PM at Central Square American Legion. Band from 6-9
Help Wanted
The Village of Central Square seeks a motivated DPW laborer with a CDL Class B license at time of hire. Must be able to work in inclement weather conditions and lift at least 80 pounds. Electrical, plumbing, and heavy equipment skills helpful.
Duties and responsibilities include mowing parks and playground areas, picking up leaves and yard debris, repairs to streets, sewer systems and storm drainage systems.
Minimum qualifications are graduation from high school or GED equivalent. Necessary knowledge of skills in the operation of equipment and tools.
Employment applications can be picked up at the Village Office, 3125 East Avenue, Central Square or the village website www.villageofcentralsquare.org.
July-September 2024 Newsletter
From the desk of Randy House - Mayor
Summer vacations – family fun and cookouts.
It’s also mosquito and tick season…please take precautions during outside activities.
Thank you to the residents that came out to Vote on June 18th.
Deputy Mayor Millard “Mudd” Murphy and Trustee Kenneth Sherman will return to the Board of Trustees.
Congratulations to the Class of 2024!
Code Enforcement
Please contact Ed Cusato, Codes Officer at 315-243-9568 for all building permits or code enforcement complaints. Lawn upkeep is essential to prevent pests and mosquito issues.
With the heat of Summer upon us, a reminder to residents – a swimming pool permit is required for all pools with water depths of 24 inches or more.
From the desk of George McCormick - DPW Supervisor
REMINDER: “flushable” wipes can NOT be disposed of into the sewer. Violation of our village law can carry up to a $1,000 fine per incident. GRASS CLIPPINGS will not be picked up. Brush pickup will resume in September.
Please keep storm drains clear of debris all year round and during the summer rainstorms.
Road Construction season is here…Please pay attention to traffic pattern changes and keep road crews safe.
BLOOD DRIVES
July 12 Central Square Baptist Church 1:30-6:30PM;
July 30 Central Square Legion 12-5PM; Aug. 12 Divine Mercy 1-6PM; Aug. 26 Central Square Legion 12-5PM;
Sept. 13 Central Square Baptist Church 1:30-6:30PM;
Sept. 24 Central Square Legion 12-5PM
PO Box 509, 3125 East Avenue
Central Square, NY 13036
315-668-2558 (phone) 315-668-7037 (fax)
villageofcentralsquare.org
From the desk of Rebekah McGraw - Summer Recreation Director
The Village of Central Square and Town of Hastings are proud to present our 2024 Summer Recreation Program July 8th-26th, weekdays, 9am - noon daily. I will be serving as the director for the fourth year and am excited to grow the program! Campers will make endless crafts, play a multitude of games, and enjoy events and presentations from people in our community. This program is free of charge. Check our Facebook page "Summer Recreation - Central Square/Hastings" for upcoming registrations and employment opportunities! Please email summer.rec.cs.hastings@gmail.com with any questions.
PROJECT BLOOM - CONCERTS IN THE PARK!
July 10 – Monterays * July 17 – Fab Cats
July 24 – Matt & Thelma Chase * July 31 – Party Nuts
August 7 – TJ Sacco * August 14 – Strangers
August 21 – Rhythm & Shoes
UPCOMING EVENTS Be sure to add these to your calendars!
July 1 – Mammogram Van from 10AM-4PM at Central Square American Legion.
July 3 - 7 – Oswego County Fair!
July 11 – Clear Path Mobile Canteen at Legion (pavilion). FREE to Veterans & Families from 5-8 PM.
July 13 – Lasnicki Summer Craft Fair from 9AM-2PM. 521 County Route 32, Hastings, NY.
July 16 – Lunchtime (11AM-12:30PM) Trivia at Central Square Library then 6-7 PM at Good Gollys.
July 21 – Westcotts Village Barbershop Block Party from 12-4 PM.
July 24 – Oswego County Office for the Aging at Central Square Library from 10AM-12PM.
July 27 – Car Show at Billy Whittaker Cars & Trux from 8AM-12PM. Awards at 2PM.
August 17 – Fort Fest at Fort Brewerton from 10AM-3PM. Music/tours/vendors/crockpot cookoff & more.
August 20 – Lunchtime (11AM-12:30PM) Trivia at Central Square Library then 6-7PM at Good Gollys.
August 28 – Oswego County Office for the Aging at Central Square Library from 10AM-12PM.
September 2 – Labor Day.
9/11 Memorial Ceremony – Information to follow.
September 17 – Lunchtime (11AM-12:30PM) Trivia at Central Square Library then 6-7PM at Good Gollys.
September 25 – Oswego County Office for the Aging at Central Square Library from 10AM-12PM.
September 28 – Pistol Class at Central Square Legion (advance sign up necessary).
ONGOING EVENTS
Mondays from 1-3pm at Central Square Library “Chicks with Sticks: Knit and Crochet Group!”
Tuesdays & Thursdays from 9am-12pm at Divine Mercy Church – the Scotty is open.
Wednesdays from 6:30-8pm at Central Square American Legion – Line Dancing (upstairs - $10)
Thursdays from 7:00-7:45AM Sunrise Yoga at Country Glazed
Fridays Night Crusin’ continues at Central Square American Legion through end of August. Cars welcome.
Clams, burgers and dogs, etc. from 5-7PM and Live Music from 6-9PM.
Oswego County Heat Advisory In Effect From Tuesday to Thursday
PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT A HEAT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THURSDAY.
The National Weather Service issued an updated heat advisory at 2:23 p.m. on Monday valid from Tuesday noon until Thursday 8 p.m. for Oswego County with a heat index values as high as 100 degrees expected.
Please take precautions!
Stay hydrated
Keep children and pets indoors
Be cautious, limit any strenuous outdoor activities
April-June 2024 Newsletter
From the desk of Randy House - Mayor
Spring is here...a season to enjoy family, friends and the outdoors!!
Code Enforcement
Please contact Ed Cusato, Codes Officer at 315-243-9568 for all building permits or code enforcement complaints.
NYS Brush Burning Prohibition runs March 16th - May 14th to protect NYS communities and prevent wildfires. The Village of Central Square Local Law Chapter 164 "Open Burning" limits the type of fires allowed within the village district.
With Spring right around the corner, a reminder to residents - a swimming pool permit is required for all pools with water depths of 24 inches or more. The State Building Code requires they be enclosed by a 48-inch-high fence with self- closing gates. Please contact the Village Code Enforcement Officer for additional permit requirements.
From the desk of George McCormick - DPW Supervisor
REMINDER: "flushable" wipes can NOT be disposed of into the sewer. Lines are getting clogged, are in violation of our village law and can carry up to a $1,000 fine per incident. Other items to avoid disposing down the sewer line are diapers (baby or adult), gloves, cigarette butts, pharmaceuticals, grease, oil or wax, paper towels, cleaning rags or mop strings. Let's all do our part and dispose of these items in the proper manner. Spring brush and leaf pickup begins between April 1st - 15th and ends approximately May 1st - 15th.
From the desk of Rebekah McGraw - Summer Recreation Director
The Village of Central Square and Town of Hastings are proud to present our 2024 Summer Recreation Program July 8th-26th, weekdays, 9am - noon daily. I will be serving as the director for the fourth year and am excited to grow the program! Campers will make endless crafts, play a multitude of games, and enjoy events and presentations from people in our community. This program is free of charge. Check our Facebook page "Summer Recreation - Central Square/Hastings" for upcoming registrations and employment opportunities! Please email summer.rec.cs.hastings@gmail.com with any questions.
UPCOMING EVENTS Be sure to add these to your calendars!
April 4 - Winter Guard & Drumline Community Show from 7:30-8:45pm at PV Moore HS (fee)
April 6- Craft & Vendor Show from 9am-3pm at Central Square Middle School
April 8 - Solar Eclipse Viewing Party from 12-5pm at Van Lieu Park (art/crafts/games/face painting, etc.)
April 13 - Senior Citizen Dinner - FREE from 12-2pm at Central Square Middle School (RSVP by 4/1 - Lori 315-668-7438)
April 14 - Bar Bingo from 1:30pm at Central Square American Legion (downstairs - $5 a card)
April 16 - Veteran Social from 11am-1pm at Central Square American Legion
April 17 - Local Author Discussion with Jim Farfaglia from 1-2:30pm at Central Square Library
April 20 - BUNCO! game begins at 1:30pm at Central Square American Legion (upstairs). Doors open at noon.
No experience necessary - $15 - Register in advance to secure a seat (Sunshinejo – 315-952-9884)
May 18 - Craft/Vendor/Yard Sale at 8:30AM - 6PM at Central Square American Legion (reserve a spot for $15)
May 21 - School Elections
May 27 - Memorial Day Parade at 9am (line up at 8:30)
June 1 - Redhawk 5K & Fun Run - Register by 5/18/24. Email: JBecker@cssdapps.org or CMorey2@cssdapps.org
June 6 - Run for Fallen – ends at Veterans Park (across from Legion) https://newyork.usarunforthefallen.org/
June 14- Veteran Event at Paul V Moore High School (more to follow)
June 18 - Village Elections
June 25 – State/local Primaries
July 1 - Mammogram Van from 10am-4pm at Central Square American Legion
ONGOING EVENTS
Mondays from 1-3pm at Central Square Library "Chicks with Sticks: Knit and Crochet Group!"
Tuesdays & Thursdays from 9am-12pm at Divine Mercy Church - the Scotty is open.
Wednesdays from 6:30-8pm at Central Square American Legion - Line Dancing (upstairs - $10)
Fridays starting Mid-May from 6-9pm at Central Square American Legion Car Cruisin & Clam Bake with Live Music!
Every 4th Tuesday at Central Square Library (weather/holiday permitting) a representative from the Oswego County Office for the Aging will be at the library to discuss various services for senior citizens in Oswego County. No appointment necessary.
Summer Recreation Program Announced
Summer Recreation Program will be held 7/8/24-7/26/24 from 9am-Noon
History of the Recreation Program
The recreation program was first officially run (Organized) in 1947 by Coach Bill Hoeppel. In 1948 the program was sponsored by the Men’s Club. There is little information or documentation on its early years. Later on the program was picked up and sponsored as a combined effort with the Town of Hastings and The Village of Central Square working together.
However, one event which is well documented was the second annual Pet Show held July 22, 1949. The Central Square recreation commission had a good turnout of children and pets at the second annual pet show, held in the auditorium of the high school. Prizes were awarded to the boys and girls plus special awards. Steve Glenn took first place with a 69 year old parrot, William Glenn second place with his turtle and Millard “Mudd” Murphy took third with his duck (Quack Quack). For the girls, Dorothy Goldsmith took first with a beagle dog, Patty Kimberly second with a toy bull and third to Mary McMahon and Susy Newman for their baby chicks.
Special awards went to the following pets and owners; Smartest Linda Dunham’s Water Spaniel, Largest was William Hegarty’s Chow, Smallest to Mary Coville’s mud turtle, Prettiest to Betty Frank’s cat and Dumbest to Priscilla Hoeppel’s Cocker Spaniel.
Director: Rebekah McGraw
The Village of Central Square and Town of Hastings are proud to present our 2024 Summer Recreation Program July 8th - 26th, weekdays, 9am - noon daily.
Rebekah McGraw will be serving as the director for the fourth year and she is excited to grow the program! Campers will make endless crafts, play a multitude of games, and enjoy events and presentations from people in our community. This program is free of charge. Check our facebook page "Summer Recreation - Central Square/Hastings" for upcoming registrations and employment opportunities! Please email summer.rec.cs.hastings@gmail.com with any questions.
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