Town of Perinton Supervisor Summer Updates

𝐀 𝐒𝐮𝐦𝐦𝐞𝐫 𝐔𝐩𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐓𝐨𝐰𝐧 𝐒𝐮𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐢𝐬𝐨𝐫 𝐂𝐢𝐚𝐫𝐚𝐧 𝐇𝐚𝐧𝐧𝐚:
Summer is one of the best times to live in Perinton. Our parks are full of activity, our trails are busy, and families are enjoying the wide variety of recreation programs and events we offer. As the season gets underway, I’d like to share a few updates and highlights from around our community.
At the heart of everything we do in Perinton is a clear commitment to supporting families, investing in infrastructure, and responsibly planning for the future. These priorities guide our decisions every day and help ensure that our community remains a great place to live, work, and raise a family.
Once again this summer, our Perinton Recreation and Parks Department has done an outstanding job creating a lineup of programs and events that offer something for everyone. Inside the summer brochure, you’ll find opportunities for all ages, from the popular Youth Triathlon and Outdoor Movie Night, to summer camps, craft classes, and much more. These events not only bring neighbors together but also create lasting memories and strengthen ties within our community. View the brochure online: https://perinton.org/…/recreation/recreation-programs/
This year, we’re especially proud to expand our efforts to make recreation more affordable. Our new “Free or Five” initiative provides a wide range of events at no cost or just a $5 fee. As costs rise in so many areas, we’re committed to keeping community events accessible for all. We’ve already seen incredible results – attendance at the Valentine’s Dance increased by 400%, and Blarney Bingo saw a 300% jump in participation. We’ve also partnered with Friends of Perinton Recreation and Parks to help support our scholarship fund, helping even more families.
Supporting seniors continues to be a priority. Our curbside lunch program with Chef Joe Brophy and his team has been selling out! If you haven’t tried it yet, we encourage you to check it out. And that’s just the beginning. Our 55+ programs feature games, hikes, outings, and more. You truly can’t be bored in the Town of Perinton – there’s an amazing community waiting for you. Stop by the Community Center or give us a call at 223-5050 to learn more!
Of course, summer wouldn’t be complete without our Gazebo Concert Series, Children’s Gazebo Concerts, and the Center Stage Concert Series at the Perinton Amphitheater. Thanks to generous sponsors, these free concerts bring entertainment to our community all season long.
While we enjoy these community traditions, we’re also moving forward on critical infrastructure and park improvement projects that will benefit residents for years to come. Our planned $1.5 million infrastructure improvement at Fellows Road Park is currently underway. This includes expanding the stormwater retention pond, installing new drainage in the soccer and softball fields, and replacing the aged parking lot. We’re also adding EV charging stations and a new crosswalk to improve pedestrian safety. These upgrades will help extend our spring and fall sports seasons – something young athletes, coaches, and families will appreciate. Our Department of Public Works (DPW) is leading the early stages of this project, using in-house expertise to save taxpayers approximately $160,000 while delivering high-quality work.
We also just cut the ribbon on the new Center Park West Playground, designed to include inclusive features so that children of all abilities can enjoy the space. In addition, we’re continuing with court resurfacing improvements in our parks.
One of last summer’s biggest accomplishments, the Perinton Skatepark, just celebrated its first anniversary. What was once an underused space is now a hub of activity, and I’m proud to share that it recently received the “Exceptional Park Design” award from the Genesee Valley Recreation and Parks Society. Thank you to the community members, sponsors, and staff who helped bring this vision to life.
We’re also nearing completion of more than $1 million in upgrades to the Perinton Community Center, including new pool lighting and facility improvements. This building welcomes over 200,000 visitors each year, and these enhancements ensure it remains a safe, modern space for all to enjoy.
Beyond recreation, we continue to invest in the essential infrastructure that supports everyday life in Perinton. This includes road resurfacing, sewer relining, drainage improvements, and sidewalk expansions across town. This summer, our DPW will implement stormwater improvements, including pond rehabilitations and swale upgrades, and complete updates at key sanitary pump stations.
Our community remains strongly committed to sustainability. We’re continuing to prioritize stormwater management and environmental stewardship. Monthly electronics recycling has returned to the Department of Public Works, and Town Clerk Janelle Reed will once again host a free shredding event this fall. For details and dates, visit our website at www.perinton.org
As always, if you have questions, ideas, or feedback, my door is open. You can also reach me at (585) 223-0770 or by email at channa@perinton.org. I look forward to hearing from you.
I wish you and your family a safe, fun, and memorable summer in the Town of Perinton.
Warm regards,
Ciaran Hanna