Steps You can Take to Restore Democracy

David Cay Johnston is a Pulitzer Prize-winning investigative reporter and a best-selling author.

He has been considered a contemporary muckraker because of his precise investigative style and the importance of the stories which he pursues.

Johnston shows neither political fear nor favor. Because of his careful analysis & research, administrations from both sides of the aisle have either made policy changes or been called to account.

He is a Professor of Practice at Rochester Institute of Technology teaching law, public policy & journalism. He is a frequent guest on multiple tv and radio programs, here and overseas.

Johnston is the co-founder of DC Report a not-for-profit service that provides reporting, information, and perspectives on the policies, politics & events that affect our everyday lives and futures.

Things to do to take back our democracy:

1. Do NOT voluntarily submit to the tyrant
2. Register to vote
3. Check your voter status
4. Get your friends/family/acquaintances to vote
5. Get lawyers to take election week off to help

"Be Prepared to Be Involved"

David Cay Johnston can be reached at: tipline@DCReport.org 

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Marcia Glenn is a licensed Associate Real Estate Broker with has worked tirelessly since 1992 for her clients, whether they are buying or selling a home. Her team of agents brings with them experience, innovation, perspective and drive to make them part of the top 10% of all REALTORS in the Rochester NY area. 

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Today we are talking with Daidra Hamlin from David’s Refuge. David’s Refuge has been helping families in the Syracuse area since 2011 but has recently branched out into Rochester. 

David’s Refuge was started by Warren and Brenda Pfohl after their son, David, died of Batten’s Disease, a rare, progressive disease that took his life just shy of his 21st birthday. 

Instead of turning inward with their grief, the Pfohl’s decided to take the strength they saw and received from their son and turn it outward to help other parents and guardians of children with special needs and life-threatening illnesses.

David’s Refuge was created as a place where caregivers can spend a complimentary weekend in the company of others who understand their unique struggles. 

Daidra was asked to talk to us today because she can speak both as a caregiver and a recipient of the benefits of Respite Weekends. Daidra and her husband have 3 wonderful boys: a set of 16 year old twins and a 5 year old. One of the twins and their youngest son have a genetic diagnosis of Ponto Cerebellar Hypoplasia (PCH) which is a neurogenetic disorder. They are non-verbal and in wheelchairs. The other twin is neuro typical.

When parents find themselves in such a challenging environment, sometimes we forget to find time for ourselves. But if we don’t take care of ourselves, we are less prepared to care for those who need us.

The Respite Weekend is the heartbeat of David’s Refuge. You can spend time at a B & B or at a hotel to recharge and refill. You are given the tools to help cope the rest of the year.

Throughout the year, David’s Refuge also has a Wellness Initiative that has offerings both in-person and virtual that is an important part of caregivers’ overall health.  It offers things like Virtual and in-person yoga and fitness classes; 1:1 nutrition counseling; Caregiver Support Groups and so much more! 

 To build Community, David’s Refuge offers events for the whole family, some events are just for the caregivers and the children with special needs and some events are just for caregivers – something for everyone!

To become a part of David’s Refuge there is an application process. You can find it at DavidsRefuge.Org or on David's Refuge Facebook Page.

David’s Refuge is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization with strong financial health and is well regarded in the non-profit community. It works with organizations like Autism Up and The Golisano Center.

Be on the lookout for more details on ROC for Caregivers, Sept 24th at The Carlson.

“The mission of David’s Refuge is to provide respite, resource and support to parents and guardians of children with special needs or life threatening medical conditions where they will be refreshed, restored and renewed in their role as caregivers.” 

If you’d like to donate to, volunteer at or contact David’s Refuge, you can do that at Davids Refuge.org. 

Please email your questions about today's episode or any questions you have about real estate, or buying or selling a home to glennadvantage@howardhanna.com. We will be answering these questions in our future podcast episodes.

Marcia Glenn is a licensed Associate Real Estate Broker with has worked tirelessly since 1992 for her clients, whether they are buying or selling a home. Her team of agents brings with them experience, innovation, perspective and drive to make them part of the top 10% of all REALTORS in the Rochester NY area. 

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Prepare for something completely different on this episode of "On the Go with The Glenn Advantage Team!" Marcia chats with GRE's Matt Hurlbutt for a non-stop half-hour of high energy discussion about a company that is dedicated to attracting and growing businesses in the Rochester Region. GRE has had a significant role in bringing companies like fairlife, Pfisterer, AMD, UltraPhil, Geis and Edwards to the area. Additionally, GRE has helped companies already here see the benefits of expanding rather than moving on - companies like HP Hood, IDEX Health & Science, O'Connel Electric, Oxbo, General Motors Rochester Operations in Gates and Toyota Material Handling North American in Henrietta. 

When asked how GRE was able to meet the needs of its clients, Matt said that GRE is "built to respond". The "request for information" that used to be due in 2 weeks is now expected in 24 hours. But, because of the positive multidisciplinary relationships GRE has built up over its 20+ year history, it can draw upon the business, academic, government, and infrastructure communities to assess the feasibility of a new project. Because, like Matt says, "Rochester is a One Degree Separation Town".

Both Marcia and Matt are from the Rochester area and they agree that Rochesterians don't brag about themselves nearly enough. This episode is another reason why they should. Enjoy!

For more information on GRE, go to their website at RochesterBiz.com
 

Please email your questions about today's episode or any questions you have about real estate, or buying or selling a home to glennadvantage@howardhanna.com. We will be answering these questions in our future podcast episodes.

Marcia Glenn is a licensed Associate Real Estate Broker with has worked tirelessly since 1992 for her clients, whether they are buying or selling a home. Her team of agents brings with them experience, innovation, perspective and drive to make them part of the top 10% of all REALTORS in the Rochester NY area. 

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Welcome to Marcia's conversation with Brighton's "Cheerleader in Chief" Town Supervisor Bill Moehle. In this fun and information-filled episode of On the Go with the Glenn Advantage Team you will hear about so many wonderful things Brighton has to offer, for instance:

• With a population of about 37,000 and being a close suburb to Rochester it has easy access to the city's amenities while still having a close-knit community atmosphere.
• Brighton hits a "sweet spot" in size that it has highly qualified, trained, professional staff at all levels, but familiar enough that people are on a first name basis
• Listed as One of the Best Places to Live in NYS; 14618 was listed as The Hottest Zip Code in America in 2022; Brighton show up as a Top 10 for "high value" homes
• The area is rich with history and cultural & religious diversity, 
• The town is home to 7 town parks, 2 county parks nature trails and over 500 acres of parkland and open spaces to enjoy.
• Another place where "the community comes to gather" is the year-round Farmer's Market. It is a producer-only market and the vendors are local. It also offers SNAP benefits.
• There are 5 school districts in the Town of Brighton and the award-winning Brighton School District receives high marks for academics, administration, college prep & teachers.
• The Development in Brighton is booming!
  • The Reserve in Brighton on Erie Canal - homes, townhomes and condominiums with multiple configurations on a property next to Erie Canal, with a dog park, fountains, ponds and a Clubhouse that has everything from a pool, to a spa, to a mini-theater, wine cellar and more! 
• Top Golf is coming to CityGate and is expected to open Summer 2025 - you don't have to be a golfer to go! 
• Aldi's grocery store will be opening soon on South Clinton near McQuaid HS
• Brighton just received a grant to help fund the renovation of the Brighton Town Hall, including an update to the HVAC system using geothermal technology & affording better accessibility.
• The town also received a grant to renovate the community pool at the Town Hall, replace the existing playground adjacent to the pool to make it more accessible, and install a new splash pad for all to enjoy. 

"BRIGHTON: A PLACE THAT IS WELCOMING, AND A HOME FOR EVERYONE!"

Please email your questions about today's episode or any questions you have about real estate, or buying or selling a home to glennadvantage@howardhanna.com. We will be answering these questions in our future podcast episodes.

Marcia Glenn is a licensed Associate Real Estate Broker with has worked tirelessly since 1992 for her clients, whether they are buying or selling a home. Her team of agents brings with them experience, innovation, perspective and drive to make them part of the top 10% of all REALTORS in the Rochester NY area. 

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Marcia and Mayor Julie shine a light on the gem of Fairport. In a delightful and informative exchange here are only some of the things you will discover in this podcast:

• Did you know the Mayor is living in the house she grew up in?
• The goal is to make Fairport "the most walkable community in New York State"
• What's new at The Cannery Complex?
• How does all the new growth affect housing values in Fairport?
• Let's talk about Fairport Electric!
• Fairport has a free composting program!
• What's the status of the Village Main Streetscape Plan?
• "It Takes a Village": some of the most popular Fairport festivals are run by  organizations other than the Village of Fairport. Listen to find out more!
• What do the lights on the Canal Bridge have to do with the overall NYS lighting design?
• To get more details about Fairport, please go to FairportNY.com

Please email your questions about today's episode or any questions you have about real estate, or buying or selling a home to glennadvantage@howardhanna.com. We will be answering these questions in our future podcast episodes.

Marcia Glenn is a licensed Associate Real Estate Broker with has worked tirelessly since 1992 for her clients, whether they are buying or selling a home. Her team of agents brings with them experience, innovation, perspective and drive to make them part of the top 10% of all REALTORS in the Rochester NY area. 

Join us next time for "On the Go with the Glenn Advantage Team". Search for "On the Go with the Glenn Advantage Team wherever you get your podcasts. Subscribe to our YouTube channel @glennadvantage, or follow us on Instagram and Facebook.

In today's episode Marcia welcomes Penfield Supervisor Jeff Leenhouts. Did you know that Penfield has been ranked the second best place to live  for quality of life and one of the top 50 places to live in the US? It's really no wonder, since the area is rich with walking trails, athletic fields, museums, open air parks and beaches. The area is served by both the Penfield and Webster school districts and the children benefit greatly from the libraries and hands-on cultural opportunities that add to their learning and in-depth study. The job market is increasing, the average salary in Penfield is above the median state average and the overall cost of living is better than the US average. Crime rate is down and the housing market is very strong. There are multiple development projects that will enhance the Penfield area: Shadow Pines, originally a 212 acre golf course that was acquired by the town now has areas for hiking, orienteering, cross-country skiing, bird watching, and disc golf. Pickleball courts are being build. The Clark House is being rehabilitated and The Lodge is being added to it so the town can have another place for larger gatherings, parties, and weddings. There are mixed use properties being built at Routes 250 & 286 called The Arbors at Penfield, and Penfield Heights is being built across from the YMCA. The summer is a very busy social season for Penfield! On Monday May 27th is the Memorial Day Ceremony of Remembrance, On June 2nd at Dayton's Corner school House is the Pie Social and Fundraiser, Saturday June 29th is the Town of Penfield Independence Day Celebration and all summer long there are concerts to go to. To get more details about all of these go to Penfield.org and look under Events and Performances Tab. Penfield.org is also a great place to contact Supervisor Leehouts should you have any questions for him.

Please email your questions about today's episode or any questions you have about real estate, or buying or selling a home to glennadvantage@howardhanna.com. We will be answering these questions in our future podcast episodes.

Marcia Glenn is a licensed Associate Real Estate Broker with has worked tirelessly since 1992 for her clients, whether they are buying or selling a home. Her team of agents brings with them experience, innovation, perspective and drive to make them part of the top 10% of all REALTORS in the Rochester NY area. 

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Today we are "On the Go" at The Puppy Center Bradford Dog Training at The Piano Work Mall in East Rochester. https://www.bradforddogtraining.com/ We are spending time with owner and trainer Mary Bradford. Marcia and Mary will discuss how to get your home ready for a puppy, puppy training classes and how both the dog and the owner can benefit from the classes. They will discuss the  importance of socializing your pet and the kinds of things your fur baby learns during the classes. Glenn Advantage Team Members will also talk about different kinds of fencing that can be used on a property and how to prepare to show your home if you are a pet owner. They will also go over things to consider if you are renting a property as an animal lover or any thing to look for if you move into a community with an active Home Owner Association.

Please email your questions about today's episode or any questions you have about real estate, or buying or selling a home to glennadvantage@howardhanna.com. We will be answering these questions in our future podcast episodes.

Marcia Glenn is a licensed Associate Real Estate Broker with has worked tirelessly since 1992 for her clients, whether they are buying or selling a home. Her team of agents brings with them experience, innovation, perspective and drive to make them part of the top 10% of all REALTORS in the Rochester NY area. 

Join us next time for "On the Go with the Glenn Advantage Team". Search for "On the Go with the Glenn Advantage Team wherever you get your podcasts. Subscribe to our YouTube channel @glennadvantage, or follow us on Instagram and Facebook.

Learn what Marcia Glenn and The Glenn Advantage Team from Howard Hanna Realty in Rochester New York hope to share with you during their podcast episodes.

Please email your questions about today's episode or any questions you have about real estate, or buying or selling a home to glennadvantage@howardhanna.com. We will be answering these questions in our future podcast episodes.

Marcia Glenn is a licensed Associate Real Estate Broker with has worked tirelessly since 1992 for her clients, whether they are buying or selling a home. Her team of agents brings with them experience, innovation, perspective and drive to make them part of the top 10% of all REALTORS in the Rochester NY area. 

Join us next time for "On the Go with the Glenn Advantage Team". Search for "On the Go with the Glenn Advantage Team wherever you get your podcasts. Subscribe to our YouTube channel @glennadvantage, or follow us on Instagram and Facebook.

In this episode we look at Immigration. Our goal was to inform our followers about the law and provide helpful information for those seeking guidance. 

Richard Link is a staff attorney with JustCause who specializes in Immigration Law. JustCause is an organization of attorneys that serves the low income population pro bono. They handle immigration cases, family law, wills & trusts, and housing/tenant issues.   JustCauseNY.org

On Jan. 30, 2026 Gov. Hochul introduced the "Local Cops, Local Crimes Act" to stop ICE from co-opting local law enforcement. Local & state police will continue to work with Federal law enforcement in criminal investigations.

The Monroe County Sheriff's Office  does not ask about immigration status when people report crimes or seek assistance, so that both victims and witnesses can feel safe when they interact with law enforcement.

Different kinds of status:

• US Citizen: you cannot be deported, you have full rights & responsibilities
• Permanent Resident (aka Green Card holders): grants permanent residency, it is a pathway to citizenship after 3-5 years, you cannot vote & you can be deported if you commit certain crimes.
• Refugee/Asylee: the person has a well-founded fear of persecution on the basis of race, religion, nationality, member of social or political group if returned to the home country, and the person is not a safety risk to the US.
• Visa: Allows temporary entry for a specific purpose and is valid for a limited period of time. Does not to lead to citizenship.

Immigration is complicated. People don't understand what ICE/CBP can/cannot do.

• If you're walking down the street and you "think" you may be stopped and asked about your status, have your papers on you at all times. DO NOT have a picture of it on your phone! Then ICE could take your phone.
• If you are at a protest, intentionally - or if you happen to come across an incident by accident, you have the right to film it. BUT DO NOT interfere with the authorities! Don't "offer proof" that you have filmed the incident - that's like offering them your phone, which they can take.
• NEVER ask someone their status. Ignorance is bliss if you are asked about someone else.
• If ICE comes to your home, UNLESS they have a JUDICIAL WARRANT SIGNED BY A JUDGE you do not need to open any doors no matter what they say. Make them slide the paper under the door or put it against a window. You are protected by the 4th Amendment.
• IF you get detained get a lawyer, you have a far better chance of success!
• To help immigrants, work with local churches & organizations who already have systems in place.

Today we have primarily focused on Immigration law because of its relevancy, but please remember that JustCause does pro bono work for low income families in regard to family law, wills & trusts, and tenant issues. 

Please email your questions about today's episode or any questions you have about real estate, or buying or selling a home to glennadvantage@howardhanna.com. We will be answering these questions in our future podcast episodes.

Marcia Glenn is a licensed Associate Real Estate Broker with has worked tirelessly since 1992 for her clients, whether they are buying or selling a home. Her team of agents brings with them experience, innovation, perspective and drive to make them part of the top 10% of all REALTORS in the Rochester NY area. 

Join us next time for "On the Go with the Glenn Advantage Team". Search for "On the Go with the Glenn Advantage Team wherever you get your podcasts. Subscribe to our YouTube channel @glennadvantage, or follow us on Instagram and Facebook.

He is very transparent and wants to encourage the rest of his team to be that way as well. 

• The small margin of victory meant that every “little” thing he did – every hand he shook, door he knocked on, event he attended had a significant impact.
• The common theme he heard when out in the community was Communication. There is a great deal of fear of overdevelopment. Webster residents don’t understand why things are being done the way they are
• People receive their information from different websites, news channels, platforms, social media sites and his people have to do better to make sure they are in front of the public. They are public servants, not politicians.

Fairlife Update: They are continuing to work apace to be compliant with Webster Town code, weekly meetings with the town and everyone seems pleased with the progress.

McAlpin Manufacturing Facility on Hard Road near Rt. 104: Further traffic study has been requested but congestion fears have been allayed: 1) the shifts stop and start during off-peak hours; 2) they will only be receiving 3-4 deliveries per day.  An unintentional acre of land was clear cut, but 54 additional trees will be planted to help regrow that area.

Property Re-evaluation: The re-evaluation provides an equitable re-distribution of property taxes. The tax levy has not gone up significantly and we are still within the standard rate of increase most, but not all, homes will not see any change in their level of taxes. 

Alex Scialdone also spends his time volunteering at several non-profit organizations in Webster. 

Webster Comfort Care Home – provides hospice at no cost to the family to live out the last 3 months of life in comfort and dignity. Runs entirely on donations by volunteers.

Julianne Groff, Director, 585-872-5290, email: wcch@webstercomfortcare.org, website: webstercomfortcare.org

WCCH Meat Raffle Fundraiser

Saturday, March 28, 2026, 5-9pm

Genesee Valley Moose Club, 5375 W. Henrietta Road, West Henrietta NY

Webster Community Chest – Webster social services referrals, a food resource for the residents of Webster free of charge. They do a monthly food distribution. Sign up online ahead of time and bring proof of Webster residency and get a bag of groceries that will feed your family for a few meals along with a recipe to cook a delicious meal.

Michael Grenier, President, 585-671-2060, email: webcommchest@gmail.com

Webster NY Hope provides food to prevent food insecurity. They help financially to prevent homelessness, have a clothing closet, household items, and special events for holidays and back to school. There is a large garden in the summer.

Margery Morgan, Director, 585-265-6694, email: websternyhope@gmail.com

Please email your questions about today's episode or any questions you have about real estate, or buying or selling a home to glennadvantage@howardhanna.com. We will be answering these questions in our future podcast episodes.

Marcia Glenn is a licensed Associate Real Estate Broker with has worked tirelessly since 1992 for her clients, whether they are buying or selling a home. Her team of agents brings with them experience, innovation, perspective and drive to make them part of the top 10% of all REALTORS in the Rochester NY area. 

Join us next time for "On the Go with the Glenn Advantage Team". Search for "On the Go with the Glenn Advantage Team wherever you get your podcasts. Subscribe to our YouTube channel @glennadvantage, or follow us on Instagram and Facebook.

In this episode Marcia interviews Trillium Health President & CEO Jason Barnecut-Kearns. Trillium is a Rochester-based healthcare provider unlike most others in the area. There are several things that set Trillium apart from other healthcare providers: TrilliumHealth.org

-       Community Health Center where everyone is welcome regardless of their ability to pay. 

-      They are accepting new patients!

-       Sliding fee scales means people only pay what they can afford 

-       No one is turned away because of inability to pay 

-       Trillium offers its patients a welcoming, safe and stigma-free environment

-       “One stop shop”: offering the convenience of multiple services in one spot helps reduce barriers to care and supports that care model of treating the whole person: doctors, pharmacy, lab, food pantry, all in one place. 

-       All offices have plenty of free parking, most are on a bus route

-       Trillium is a Federally Qualified Health Center

-      Some of Trillium's Services: Primary Care, GYN & Peds, Sexual Health, Treatment for Substance Use Disorder, Behavioral Health, Harm Reduction, Pharmacy, Food Pantry, Care Management, Transportation, Housing, Insurance Navigation and more!

-      Trillium may be able to provide care coverage for you in a medical area where another health care system cannot. Talk to someone from Trillium, they are willing to help!

-      Trillium began in the 1980's as an HIV clinic, but, in 2013 it became Trillium Health with a broader reach to offer care and supportive services to EVERYONE in the community. HIV and LGBTQ+ health are still part of their key services, but they also serve anyone in the community who can benefit from their services, regardless of their ability to pay.

-     Their Blog is packed full of information! (Go to TrilliumHealth.org, under "about us").

-      "Think about what the community needs and respond to that."  -Dr. Bill Valenti, co-founder, Trillium Health

-     They are a 501 (c) 3 non-profit organization.

Please contact them if you have any questions.

585-545-7220

Conveniently located at 259 Monroe Ave. and 170 Science Pkwy. Soon to be located on Jefferson Ave.!

Please email your questions about today's episode or any questions you have about real estate, or buying or selling a home to glennadvantage@howardhanna.com. We will be answering these questions in our future podcast episodes.

Marcia Glenn is a licensed Associate Real Estate Broker with has worked tirelessly since 1992 for her clients, whether they are buying or selling a home. Her team of agents brings with them experience, innovation, perspective and drive to make them part of the top 10% of all REALTORS in the Rochester NY area. 

Join us next time for "On the Go with the Glenn Advantage Team". Search for "On the Go with the Glenn Advantage Team wherever you get your podcasts. Subscribe to our YouTube channel @glennadvantage, or follow us on Instagram and Facebook.

Today Marcia talks with Garrett Jones, Grants Coordinator and Advocate Lead for the Greater Rochester Habitat for Humanity Office. 

Habitat's tenet is the building of suitable and affordable homes in partnership with families in need of a decent place to live. But this just scratches the surface of this multi-dimensional organization. In this podcast, Marcia and Garrett will discuss:

• The First Time Homebuyers Program
• Buy the Block Program, 2nd phase
• International impact of Habitat
• Critical Home Repair Program
• Homeward Bound Program
• How the general public can help Habitat: (for more information on all of these programs go to the website at GRHabitat.org
  • volunteering at a build or at one of the ReStores
  • "Kitchen Deconstruction"
  • Donating - monthly, yearly, or through major gifts/planned giving
  • Cars for Homes - donate your car, truck, boat, RV, motorcycle
  • Brews/Coffee Brews for Builds
  • "From Foundation to Forever" (Annual Gala)
• Legislative Agenda:
  • Embracing modular homes as an alternative to traditional stick builds. This program has been successful in the City of Rochester and Palmyra in Wayne County.
  • Ensuring fair taxation of affordable homes. This program enables municipalities to apply a discount to the fair market assessment of single-family homes sold by non-profit housing developers to low-income families. The bill protects local control by allowing municipalities to opt-out if they do not wish to implement the discount.
• Did you know that after the holidays the Christmas Tree used to adorn Rockefeller Center is taken down, cut into usable wood and given to Habitat for Humanity to build houses for those in need? That's been true since 2007!

To find out more about the Greater Rochester Habitat for Humanity, please go to their website at GRHabitat.org

Please email your questions about today's episode or any questions you have about real estate, or buying or selling a home to glennadvantage@howardhanna.com. We will be answering these questions in our future podcast episodes.

Marcia Glenn is a licensed Associate Real Estate Broker with has worked tirelessly since 1992 for her clients, whether they are buying or selling a home. Her team of agents brings with them experience, innovation, perspective and drive to make them part of the top 10% of all REALTORS in the Rochester NY area. 

Join us next time for "On the Go with the Glenn Advantage Team". Search for "On the Go with the Glenn Advantage Team wherever you get your podcasts. Subscribe to our YouTube channel @glennadvantage, or follow us on Instagram and Facebook.

November 4, 2025 is Election Day and it's an important day to have your voice heard.

Kevin is a current member of the Penfield Town Council. He is Chair of the Public Safety Committee and Town Board Liaison to the EECC, Friends of Dayton Corners School House, Historic Preservation Board and Zoning Board of Appeals.

His passions are his family (adoptive father to two sons and grandfather to three spirited granddaughters!) and commitment to public service.

• over 30 years of experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities
• currently is VP of Programs and Services at The Arc Wayne
•  an advocate for people facing barriers to employment like disabilities or past involvement with the criminal justice system
• BA in Political Science from SUNY Cortland and MA in Communication from SUNY Brockport
• The Platform that Kevin is running on believes that:
  • Penfield's government must be transparent, inclusive of every voice and work for everyone.
  • We are committed to well-planned development that preserves our town's character and strengthens -- rather than strains -- our community.
  • Prioritizing safe streets and well-maintained infrastructure for all.
• The residents of Penfield need to feel heard, need to be heard and the Supervisor needs to be the one to listen.
• Development needs to be smart, not just constantly pushing forward. Infrastructure needs to be in place. Penfield needs to recognize not only its own value, but also its relationship to the larger community.
• There should be communication between the Supervisor and the Board; respect for the process, the Board, and the people who elected them.
• If elected, Kevin will seek people out to be involved in meetings, not simply passively invite them.
• For all of this and MUCH more on Kevin Berry, please listen or watch the podcast!

Please email your questions about today's episode or any questions you have about real estate, or buying or selling a home to glennadvantage@howardhanna.com. We will be answering these questions in our future podcast episodes.

Marcia Glenn is a licensed Associate Real Estate Broker with has worked tirelessly since 1992 for her clients, whether they are buying or selling a home. Her team of agents brings with them experience, innovation, perspective and drive to make them part of the top 10% of all REALTORS in the Rochester NY area. 

Join us next time for "On the Go with the Glenn Advantage Team". Search for "On the Go with the Glenn Advantage Team wherever you get your podcasts. Subscribe to our YouTube channel @glennadvantage, or follow us on Instagram and Facebook.

In today's episode Marcia interviews PGA Teaching Professional and long-time friend Chris DeVincentis. Chris has worked as a PGA Teaching Professional in the Rochester area for the past 45 years, working at Shadow Pines and Eagle Vale Golf Clubs before currently working at Big Oak Driving Range and Golf Shop in Penfield. 

Marcia sat down with Chris to discuss the why the game of golf has become a "hole new ball game!" [HA!]

• During the pandemic, golf was one of the few activities groups of people could engage in safely because it was outdoors and people were spread out
• People who had quit playing are coming back and people who had never played are learning
• Schools in increasing numbers are adding JV and Varsity golf teams
• Technology around the sport has changed so drastically that it truly can be anyone's game now. Clubs are lighter and more efficient. You can walk the course and carry your clubs, or you can drive around the course in a cart, or now you can walk the course and use a remote controlled electric golf cart! 
• The benefits to playing golf are physical, mental and emotional
• Golf is a game you can play with others or simply against yourself if you want
• Golf is an incredibly philanthropic sport. Golfers are generous with their time and money for a myriad of causes.
• Considering the number of golf courses we have in the Rochester area and the size of the city, per capita we have some of the best golf in the country! Some people may think we get "short changed" because of our weather, but Big Oak found a way around that:
  • Big Oak has Toptracer which is a simulator that can put you on any one of 10 of the best courses on earth. You can play a game at Pebble Beach while watching a Bills game and having a beverage from the bar at Big Oak.
  • Big Oak has 4 dedicated professional golfing instructors with decades of experience and knowledge that can help you with your game and assist in any purchases you need from the Pro Shop.
  • Big Oak has a driving range, lessons, a golf shop, club fitting and club repair
  • Big Oak runs multiple leagues year round
• A final thought from Chris DeVincentis, PGA Teaching Professional at Big Oak Driving Range and Golf Shop in Penfield, "You can age through football, or basketball or hockey because they are contact sports, but golf, being less of a contact sport, is the sport of a lifetime."

Please email your questions about today's episode or any questions you have about real estate, or buying or selling a home to glennadvantage@howardhanna.com. We will be answering these questions in our future podcast episodes.

Marcia Glenn is a licensed Associate Real Estate Broker with has worked tirelessly since 1992 for her clients, whether they are buying or selling a home. Her team of agents brings with them experience, innovation, perspective and drive to make them part of the top 10% of all REALTORS in the Rochester NY area. 

Join us next time for "On the Go with the Glenn Advantage Team". Search for "On the Go with the Glenn Advantage Team wherever you get your podcasts. Subscribe to our YouTube channel @glennadvantage, or follow us on Instagram and Facebook.

What do you do when you have a house fire? How do you handle a kitchen pipe with a slow leak that has gone undetected for weeks? Where do you turn when the 100 year old tree decides to join you in your family room - through the roof?

Today we are talking to someone who spends his life helping homeowners rebuild their lives after disaster strikes. Marcia will be talking to Ben Cook, Vice-President of Struck & Sons Property Restoration Specialists in East Rochester.

• They will talk about general guidelines to follow in an emergency
• Homeowner's Insurance - what to know
• How to select a restoration company after disaster has struck
  • First select a mitigation/remediation company to deal with the immediate aftermath of the emergency
  • After the immediate phase of the emergency has been dealt with, then start to work to restore your home
• The restoration process
• Making a plan before disaster strikes so that if the unimaginable happens life is a little bit easier

Ben's Eight Great Preparedness Questions:

1. Smoke Detectors: do you have them and are they in working order?

2. Escape Routes: have you created them and do any require supplemental assistance like rope ladders from second story windows?

3. Is there an accessible egress from your basement?

4. Have you discussed the Safety Plan with all members of the family?

5. Is there a plan in the event of a sump pump failure?

6. Your Homeowner's Insurance: Is it up-to-date? Do you have a Replacement Cost Policy or an Actual Cost Policy? Do you know how to contact your insurance company in an emergency? When is the last time you've taken pictures of your home - not the people in it, but the actual house!

7. Is there asbestos in your home?

8. In the event of an emergency, are you financially prepared? 

Please email your questions about today's episode or any questions you have about real estate, or buying or selling a home to glennadvantage@howardhanna.com. We will be answering these questions in our future podcast episodes.

Marcia Glenn is a licensed Associate Real Estate Broker with has worked tirelessly since 1992 for her clients, whether they are buying or selling a home. Her team of agents brings with them experience, innovation, perspective and drive to make them part of the top 10% of all REALTORS in the Rochester NY area. 

Join us next time for "On the Go with the Glenn Advantage Team". Search for "On the Go with the Glenn Advantage Team wherever you get your podcasts. Subscribe to our YouTube channel @glennadvantage, or follow us on Instagram and Facebook.

Today we are in for a treat! Between Marcia and her guest, they have over 5 decades of real estate experience to share! Today Marcia sits down with Jim Yockel, CEO of the Greater Rochester Association of Realtors (GRAR). The GRAR supports brokers & agents as they help the community in an era of ever-changing needs. GRAR promotes professionalism among REALTORS, providing its own school where, as a benefit of their membership, the agents can get all the licensing requirements they need. The organization also provides tech support to the agents as well as MLS services and the forms associated with it. In the event of a problem during a showing, your REALTOR can call GRAR for assistance. 

• GRAR also supports Re-Imagine ROC Housing which is working to promote solutions to the housing crisis in the area. Monroe County is 18,000 housing units short of what it needs to house its population. Large corporations are coming in and buying up large blocks of urban single dwelling homes then turning around  and renting them out. That, in turn, leaves a gap of affordable housing for first-time home buyers. GRAR is working to come up with creative solutions like working with government officials to create pathways for tiny homes, or Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) or re-purposing abandoned properties like malls.
• REALTORS Charitable Foundation makes grants to non-profit organizations whose mission supports wider access to home ownership. This program slowed down during COVID but is ramping back up again.
• The Monroe County Vacant & Abandoned Property Task Force - there are many rules and regulations that can make it difficult for a property NOT to become a "zombie property" and simply sit and decay. This group tries to lessen the red tape and either get the owners to claim the property or release the property so it can be re-purposed or purchased.
• The GRAR Advocacy Group is a conduit for conversation. It's a legislative liaison program that works behind the scenes. Its effective approach is more one-on-one and low-key.
• The NAR Settlement - A Primer with 2 Professionals! This part of the podcast is a must listen! Communication is key and it is not as scary as you think.

Please email your questions about today's episode or any questions you have about real estate, or buying or selling a home to glennadvantage@howardhanna.com. We will be answering these questions in our future podcast episodes.

Marcia Glenn is a licensed Associate Real Estate Broker with has worked tirelessly since 1992 for her clients, whether they are buying or selling a home. Her team of agents brings with them experience, innovation, perspective and drive to make them part of the top 10% of all REALTORS in the Rochester NY area. 

Join us next time for "On the Go with the Glenn Advantage Team". Search for "On the Go with the Glenn Advantage Team wherever you get your podcasts. Subscribe to our YouTube channel @glennadvantage, or follow us on Instagram and Facebook.

"Connections with Evan Dawson" every weekday, noon - 2pm on WXXI-FM 105.9, WXXI-AM 1370 in Rochester and WEO 89.5FM in Geneva.

Evan is originally from the Cleveland, Ohio area. Growing up, he wanted to be the play-by-play guy for the Cleveland Cavaliers, but life has a way of intervening. After recovering from a health crisis, his interests began to change. A multi-talented and wonderful teacher created a broadcast studio in the school, which afforded Evan the opportunity to do high school play-by-play sports which lead to Dawson interviewing everyone from the mayor to the local congressman. From those experiences he decided broadcasting may be his path in life.

The scope of his podcast is comprehensive. There are no restrictions on what is covered. He has a great team to work with. 

The calls on the show aren’t screened, but callers can’t be disrespectful of the guests. He appreciates fiery calls and emails, as long as they are respectful.

“Connections” attracts an audience of all ages – from teens to seniors, which is one of the reasons its varied programming is so successful.

Artificial Intelligence and technology are double-edged swords. "Connections" is a great way to get acclimated to the ROC area due to the diversity of coverage.

A political discussion of “left”, “right” and “center” and how the topics of the war in the Middle East and the behavior of ICE is shaping the conversation. It is not impossible for people to change their minds about something. And, you can have productive relationships with people with whom you disagree.

The Sinclair Broadcast Group operates WHAM (ABC) and WUHF (FOX), 2 pushes conservative, political viewpoints into the news and mandates “must-run” content that forced local anchors to read scripts that promoted fear-mongering crime stories. While such tactics are tacky and grotesque, they should not be confused with the people who work at the stations who are talented, ethical and hard-working.

Evan is an award-winning published author! He has written Summer in a Glass: The Coming Age of Winemaking in the Finger Lakes. It chronicles the transformation of New York’s Finger Lakes into a world-class wine region. It won the 2012 Louis Roederer Award for international Book of the Year. 

Evan is a baseball fan; he also coaches his son’s team. His first memory of baseball was his Dad taking him and his twin brother on a trip to Cincinnati and Chicago to Riverfront Stadium, Wrigley Field and Kominsky Park in one trip. His Dad was his first baseball coach. His favorite team is the Cleveland Guardians.

Final Thought: our neighbors are not online caricatures; they are human beings. These days we tend not to know our neighbor two doors down from us, but whether they look like us, or vote like us, we are more alike than different.

Please email your questions about today's episode or any questions you have about real estate, or buying or selling a home to glennadvantage@howardhanna.com. We will be answering these questions in our future podcast episodes.

Marcia Glenn is a licensed Associate Real Estate Broker with has worked tirelessly since 1992 for her clients, whether they are buying or selling a home. Her team of agents brings with them experience, innovation, perspective and drive to make them part of the top 10% of all REALTORS in the Rochester NY area. 

Join us next time for "On the Go with the Glenn Advantage Team". Search for "On the Go with the Glenn Advantage Team wherever you get your podcasts. Subscribe to our YouTube channel @glennadvantage, or follow us on Instagram and Facebook.