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Irondequoit recognizes St. Mary the Protectress, preservation commission readies CLG grant push
Summary
The board issued a proclamation marking the 75th anniversary of St. Mary the Protectress Ukrainian Orthodox Church, presented two historic‑landmark plaques and learned the townwide historic resource survey (about 300 pages) will be posted online; the preservation commission plans to pursue a CLG grant to support a potential national register district.
Supervisor Evans read a proclamation honoring St. Mary the Protectress Ukrainian Orthodox Church for 75 years of service to the community and invited church leaders forward to receive recognition.
The proclamation named Reverend Father Ehor Kraavatski and Lydia Dus in its text and noted the church’s role as a longtime polling site and community anchor. A church representative thanked the board: "…we thank you for acknowledging us and recognizing us for the contributions that we've made to the town…" (speaker thanked the board during public remarks).
Chair Brandt, presenting for the Historic Preservation Commission, awarded plaques for two designated properties on St. Paul Boulevard, described their architectural significance, and said the commission’s townwide historic resource survey will be posted to the town website when finalized. He told the board the commission will seek a Certified Local Government (CLG) grant to pursue a national register district and expand homeowner eligibility for New York State historic tax credits.
Greg Walther, representing the owners, accepted the plaques on behalf of his family and noted the personal history tied to the homes.
Why it matters: The recognition highlights local cultural heritage and signals the town’s intent to pursue federal/state preservation funding that can unlock tax‑credit incentives for property owners.
What’s next: The historic‑resource survey will be published online when the controller’s office completes final paperwork; the commission expects to return with grant materials for board consideration.
