This is a guest post from Chris over at Show Appeal Realty.
Long ago, hunters tracked burly woolly mammoths along the melting glaciers of this region. Today, families who live in Buffalo, NY find there’s plenty to do because Buffalo is positioned at the epicenter of a number of diverse family friendly getaways. So let’s get planning your family’s next adventure!
1. Seneca Falls, NY
Located about 2 hours from Buffalo, NY
Known as the ‘gateway to the Finger Lakes’ Seneca Falls is a beautiful area that’s filled with history, shopping and outdoor experiences. You’ll be impressed with Seneca Falls jaw-dropping restored homes, friendly residents, and quaint downtown art galleries and shops. And Seneca Falls, NY has some special treats for mom and dad. Peruse the incredible Waterloo Premium Outlets, visit any number of well respected wineries, or enjoy a scrumptious lunch along Seneca Falls stunning waterway. Historically speaking, you won’t be in Seneca Falls, NY long before you realize that it served as the hub of the women’s movement. Visit the National Women’s Hall of Fame for all the exciting details- it is well worth your time. For an outdoor excursion, make a stop at Montezuma National Wildlife Refuge, a top rated family experience. This 10,000 acre refuge serves as a resting area for waterfowl on their travel to and from northeastern Canada. Ready for a bit of adventure? Then rent a well equipped boat through Erie Canal Cruise Lines and explore, explore, explore! No boating experience is necessary, and you can even spend the night on your vessel! You know the kids will dig this. If sleeping on land is more your thing, Seneca Falls offers a number of fantastic bed and breakfasts, inns, and a few traditional hotels.
The Town of Lancaster will be seeing construction begin on a new hotel in the very near future. Scott Enterprises will be adding to their WNY portfolio with the construction of a Marriott SpringHill Suites on Transit Rd in Lancaster. The currently undeveloped 3 acre site sites behind Friendly’s, and next to the new hotel site built by Russell Salvatore a few years ago. The land is expected to cost $2.5 million, and the development is expected to cost $12 to $13 million.
Scott Enterprises does have other holdings in the WNY region, including a Quaker Steak and Lube, two Papa John’s locations, and a Staybridge Suites on Transit Rd in Clarence. Scott Enterprises also operates other hotels in the Erie, PA market, as well as Splash Lagoon Indoor Water Park.
[Buffalo News]
At the town board meeting on Monday evening, the town of Lancaster voted to approve a new housing development on Pavement Rd near Broadway. The subdivision would be composed of 21 single family homes, built by Clover Construction Management.
Councilwoman Donna Stempniak was the sponsor of the proposition. She states that the subdivision will help meet the needs for additional housing in the area. One concern raised was the use of a cul-de-sac at the end of the development, which are harder to maintain during the winter months. Because of the shape of the tract of land, however, a cul-de-sac is the only viable option.
[Buffalo News]
The Erie County Industrial Development Agency has granted incentive packages to 6 developments, helping to spur industrial and commercial expansion throughout the county. John Cappellino, ECIDA executive vice president, hopes that this is a sign of a rebounding local economy.
I Squared R Element Co in Akron will receive $676,000 toward a $5.2 million expansion project, to add a 36,000 sqft warehouse space to their existing facility. The expansion should also allow the company to add 20 jobs.
Derrick Corp will receive $2.86 million toward a $19.5 million expansion project. They are adding a 124,000 sqft plant to their existing 230,000 sqft facility, and creating an additional 36 new jobs.
Ricotta & Visco was approved for a $232,000 package, to help finance a $1.5 million renovation of a century old office building on Main St. This building will eventually become their new offices. They expect to add 3 people to their staff once in the new building.
University Pediatric Dentistry was approved for $90,000 toward a $1.26 million development project, which will help them in the building of a new clinic on Main St, near the Buffalo Niagara Medical Campus. Their project is expected to add 20 jobs.
McGard Inc was approved for $482,000 to help finance a $5 million expansion of their manufacturing facility. They also expect to add 20 jobs with the addition.
Full article at [Buffalo Business First].
