Award and Grant Recipients

Letter of Commendation

Given to individuals or organizations that have repaired, renovated or built structures that emulate historic styles and details of the Geneseo area. 

  • Minor repairs, painting, landscaping, new construction

Kay and Gerald Fly
36 2nd St.

Jack Johnston
44 2nd Street

O’Dea Memorial Award of Merit

Given for exceptional projects where an individual or organization has gone above and beyond to repair, renovate or build a structure that emulates historic styles and details of the Geneseo area.  Projects must represent a major investment, and convey a significant commitment to maintaining or enhancing the historic character of Geneseo.   

Claire and James Chen
6 Elm St.

Anita and James Whitehead
76 Center St.

Stagecoach Florist/Marine recruiting property
114 and 116 Main St.
Rocco Dragani
High Street Property Management, LLC

Georgia’s Clothes Horse
97 Main St.
Former family barber shop and Art Nook property
Mark and Kristen Scoville
46 Avon Road 

McClellan Service Award

Given to an individual or organization who has demonstrated a longstanding commitment to preservation initiatives in Geneseo and to furthering the aims and goals of APOG.

Ken Richardson
10 Crossett Road

Garden Club

Preservation Grant Recipients 

Gail Dorr
27 South St.
West facing porch restoration. Porch is in a damp location and rots quickly. The porch was rebuilt with a combination of materials including composite treads to prolong life and still maintain a pleasing appearance.

Jon and Liz Porter
71 Center St.


2012 Award and Grant Recipients

Letter of Commendation

Given to individuals or organizations that have repaired, renovated or built structures that emulate historic styles and details of the Geneseo area. 

  • Minor repairs, painting, landscaping, new construction

Judy & Neil de Vries
16 Center Street
“For the restoration and updates to the front porch of 16 Center Street.  The new steps and open center of the porch along with the complementary brick walkway provide a pleasant and welcoming feel to the house.”

Carolyn Eastman 
38 Crossett Road
“For restorations and preservation of the stucco exterior and the great woodland landscaping which complements the house.  The property was the former Wadsworth “cottage” and originally part of the homestead property.”

Mark and Kristen Scoville 
19 North Street
“For the recent attractive two-tone paint job and high standard of rental property maintenance at 19 North Street.”

Gail Dorr
27 South Street
For complementary paint choices that add to the character of South Street within the Historic District.”

O’Dea Memorial Award of Merit

Given for exceptional projects where an individual or organization has gone above and beyond to repair, renovate or build a structure that emulates historic styles and details of the Geneseo area.  Projects must represent a major investment, and convey a significant commitment to maintaining or enhancing the historic character of Geneseo.   

Kenneth Shares and Karen Carlson-Shares
24 Oak Street
“For the significant work and excellent detail put into rebuilding a sinking front porch at 24 Oak Street.  The porch received a structural rebuild, replacement railings to match original railings, and attention to proper fit with porch columns.”

McClellan Service Award

Given to an individual or organization who has demonstrated a longstanding commitment to preservation initiatives in Geneseo and to furthering the aims and goals of APOG.

Gregory and Barbara Brown
Good Spirits Wine and Liquor
“For many years of continued support, specifically that of the Annual APOG Beer and Wine Tasting event.  Your support and that of your staff at the event contributes significantly to APOG’s financial success, facilitating funding of educational programs, preservation grants, and community service.  We couldn’t have done it without you.”

  • APOG Beer and Wine tasting – big event- cast of many – massive effort
  • 30-40 people organizing various aspects of the planning and organizing, at least that many more executing the evening of, and I am probably underestimating
  • It’s a big night – we went through 12 cases of wine this year at the Homestead
  • Provided by and served by Greg and Barbara and staff
  • Recognize for your commitment and dedication to the organization
  • Success of event in large part due to your efforts

Joan Ballard
“For exceptional leadership as President of APOG, enthusiasm for your community, and a passion for advancing preservation efforts. The achievements of the organization under your leadership have had a lasting and positive effect on your Community. Thank you for your commitment and dedication.”

Preservation Grant Recipients 

Bill and Sandy Brennan
For maintenance and preservation of roofing surface over former two-horse barn
Board approved: $300

Building and Grounds Committee of the Presbyterian Church of Geneseo
c/o Jeff Crane
For porch restoration including replacement treads and new historically appropriate wooden railings to replace iron railings.
Board approved: $500

 


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