Vince Faggiano, candidate for Monroe County Sheriff, will be the keynote speaker at the Sweden Democratic Committee's Recognition Dinner and Auction scheduled for Saturday, September 15 at the Brockport Country Club.

Faggiano served for over 30 years with the Rochester Police Department. During that time, he rose through the ranks, and retired as Commander in Charge of the Patrol Division. In 1981, he received the esteemed Medal of Valor, the department's highest honor.

A committed member of the Rochester community, Faggiano has served in a volunteer capacity for a number of organizations, including The Center for Dispute Settlement, Camp Good Days and Special Times, D.A.R.E., Rochester Drug Free School Zones, C.U.R.E., Rochester Fights Back, St. John Fisher College and Roberts Wesleyan College.

Gary Skoog and Michael and Victoria DiMatteo will be honored at the dinner for their dedication to the Brockport-Sweden community. A number of prized items will be auctioned during the evening, including a ceramic piece by local artist Bill Stewart and signed editions of literary works by poet William H. Heyen.

The 2001 Democratic candidates for Sweden Town Board, Mary Battisti and Bob Cherrington, will be present to greet guests. The public is invited. Anyone wishing to attend should call 637-7245.