DEC surveys Caz Lake wildlife
Testing of aquatic life, water quality to continue this summer
Although local anglers have traditionally depended on word-of-mouth to get the scoop on prime fishing areas, they will soon be able to learn more about the vitality of aquatic life in Cazenovia Lake through reports released by the New York State Department of Conservation.
Fenner holds hydrofracking meeting
Residents hear additional information, push for moratorium
About 125 people crowded the Fenner town offices May 1 for a meeting on hydrofracking. Sponsored by the Fenner Neighbors Group, attendees spilled out into the parking lot as they listened to two speakers on the issue.
Caz Preservation Foundation receives grant funding
Non-profit land trusts given $1.4 million statewide
The Cazenovia Preservation Foundation and the Great Swamp Conservancy were recently awarded two grants, totaling $25,300, through the Land Trust Alliance’s Conservation Partnership Program.
LETTERS: Farm Bureau happy for good news, thankful for Magee
This year’s final state budget had a lot of good news for local farmers. It marked the second year in a row, that a fiscally responsible budget was approved on-time and without any increases in taxes or fees.
Caz Tree Commission to commemorate Arbor Day
The public is invited to join the Cazenovia Tree Commission at 9 a.m. on Saturday, April 21 in front of Cazenovia Jewelry on Albany Street, for a ceremony and tree installation in observance of Arbor Day.
Caz Town Board names School Street, moves toward lake treatment
At the April 9 meeting of the Cazenovia Town Board, councilors updated the public on the upcoming chemical treatment of Cazenovia Lake and approved a resolution authorizing the official naming of School Street in New Woodstock.
Geese are a growing problem amid shrinking crops
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation recently issued a General Depredation Permit (GDP) allowing the disturbance or removal of Canada geese, their nests or eggs, under certain situations and conditions without having to apply for individual state and federal permits.
Christakos family gift names Caz College field
New turf at college to be known as ‘Christakos Field’
On Wednesday, April 4, Cazenovia College officials announced a $350,000 commitment from the Christakos family, of Cazenovia.
Growing greener: Caz becomes official Tree City USA
From the Village of Cazenovia Deputy Mayor
I am pleased to report that I traveled to Albany on March 29 to accept the “Tree City USA” designation for the village of Cazenovia.
Survey deadline extended for proposed Cazenovia town sewer district
Over the last year, the Cazenovia Town Board has been working toward the development of a proposed vacuum sewer system; a project which councilors believe will have a positive effect on a number of lakeside property owners.
LETTERS: Keating supports Caz High School Agricultural Program
I was recently informed that the Cazenovia Central School District Board of Education is considering cutting the high school agriculture program in half.
LETTERS: Resident says school board prefers litigation to transparency on $2-to-3 million expansion plans for Fenner Fields
On Feb. 15, the state Supreme Court in Madison County denied our petition to require the Cazenovia Central School District to comply with the State Environmental Quality Review Act, which stipulates it tell the community its long-term plans and review the environmental impacts thereof.
Water main break closes Caz schools Thursday, BSE Friday
A water main break that occured the afternoon of Wednesday, March 21 has caused all academic buildings in Cazenovia Central School District to close for Thursday, March 22. Burton Street Elementary will also be closed Friday, March 23.
Town discusses New Woodstock aquifer overlay, local road repairs
The Cazenovia Town Board held its most recent meeting at 7:30 p.m. Monday, March 12 in the New Woodstock firehouse. Dozens of local residents were in attendance.
Greyrock Farm flourishes, caters to all tastes
Got raw milk? Greyrock Farm CSA in Cazenovia does. Owner Matthew Volz began selling unpasteurized, unhomogenized milk on East Lake Road almost two years ago, hand-milking his one Brown Swiss cow named Minnie.
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