A perfectly beautiful hot Summer day. Monday, July 9 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., 700 bicyclists reached Spencerport during the “Cycle the Erie” Canal, Parks & Trails NY Annual Event.
Thank you: Spencerport Area Chamber of Commerce who provided a new sign with directions to amenities and businesses sourced from member Signs, Garments and More. Mike stopped by to see that all was well.
Thank you: Past President David Haines who coordinates water donations, plus brings and sets up chairs, tables and tubs for ice. Organized, he even remembers bags for recycling.
Thank you: Krony’s and Tops Friendly Markets for free cold water; Spencerport Fire Department for ice.
Thank you: Local businesses for good food and drink, ice cream and warm welcomes.
An array of friendly community volunteers make this “Meet & Greet” happen.
Thank you: Ogden Special Police Officer Kathy Campbell, Depot/Museum/Visitor’s Center Director Simon Devenish, Don Fernberg, Fred and Rosanne Holbrook, Ron and Johanna White with special helpers Evelyn and Samantha Clyde, and Village of Spencerport Mayor Gary Penders.
Indeed, this event is an economic development opportunity. Brochures and handouts, history and humor are shared with riders from Delaware, Illinois, Michigan, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, the Bronx (asked to be mentioned separately), Pennsylvania, Canada and more. This fosters many compliments about the Village of Spencerport and the Western New York area.
“Is it always this lovely here?” asked one bicyclist, filling her water bottle and taking a refreshing sip.
“Yes, of course,” I answered. “You should see it in Autumn when the leaves are turning crimson, gold and persimmon.”
“I will!” she responded, folding a 2018 Spencerport Area Chamber of Commerce brochure.
To be continued …
For community events to enjoy and support, visit spencerportchamber.org
Carol J. Nellis-Ewell
Deputy Mayor, Village of Spencerport
