February 3rd, 2023
from the desk at city hall

Proclamation

WHEREAS, the City of Geneva takes pride in recognizing February 2023 as Black History Month, a time dedicated to remembering and celebrating Black culture, history, contributions and sacrifices made to create a brighter future for all Americans; and

WHEREAS, Black History Month celebrates the achievements of African Americans, who have been instrumental in shaping the character, culture and economic life of our city, state and nation; and

WHEREAS, Dr. Carter G. Woodson, founder of the Association for the Study of African American Life and History, first launched “Negro History Week” in 1926, and is widely regarded as the father of Black History; and

WHEREAS, in 1976 the informal expansion of Negro History Week to Black History Month was officially recognized by the United States government; and

WHEREAS, the 2023 theme, “Black Resistance,” focuses specifically on the movement of of Black Americans’ responses to establish safe spaces, where Black life can be sustained, reinvigorated, and respected.: and

WHEREAS, Black History Month is an occasion to rediscover the enduring stories of African Americans and the gifts of freedom, purpose, and opportunity they have bestowed on future generations. It is also a time to commemorate the countless contributions of African Americans, many of whom lived through and overcame the scourge of segregation, racial prejudice, and discrimination to enrich every fiber of American life. Their examples of heroism, patriotism, and enterprise have given people of all background’s confidence, courage, and faith to pursue their own dreams; and

WHEREAS, Black History Month is a time to recognize and honor the many people, events, and significant contributions of Black and African Americans to our community, nation, and world.

NOW THEREFORE, I, Steve Valentino, the Mayor of the City of Geneva, on behalf of the City Council, do hereby proclaim the month of February 2023 as Black History Month and ask all residents of Geneva to celebrate diversity and reflect on historical events, the Culture, the Heritage, Black Power, Black Lives Matter, Africa, America and Famous Figures. Join me in commemorating the countless contributions of African Americans to our city, to our Nation and the world.

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2023 ADOPTED City of Geneva Budget

It is my honor to present to you the 2023 Adopted Budgets for the City of Geneva – General, Water, and Sewer funds. The goal for the 2023 Budget is to invest in the human capital and infrastructure of the City of Geneva to ensure that our resources are effectively and efficiently maintained, providing value for our residents, businesses, and visitors.
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As you may be aware, Ontario County is conducting a Housing Needs Assessment to provide an understanding of the county-wide housing market and to identify key housing issues and current/future housing needs in the region.

To assist us with this project, we have retained Urban Partners, a community and economic development consulting firm. An additional part of the process involves the widespread gathering of public input about their housing experience through a Housing Survey (accessed through the QR code attached). The survey gathers information about residents’ current housing situations and future plans to assist Urban Partners with understanding the county’s diverse and complex housing market.

If you can, please take a few minutes to complete the housing survey and distribute the attachment to your friends, relatives, and colleagues. The more responses received, the more accurate the representation of the housing needs will be.

The survey is anonymous and responses are confidential.
We look forward to hearing your feedback on this important community topic. With your honest responses and experience working and/ or living in this community, the more accurate the study results and recommendations will be. We appreciate your participation! (Click photo to be re-directed to survey)

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