The Town of Perinton is proud to introduce the Safety, Wellness, and Recreation (SWR) Conference, a first-of-its-kind event designed to provide affordable and accessible training for professionals and community members whose work aligns with safety, wellness, and recreation. This all-day conference, hosted by Perinton Recreation and Parks, will feature expert speakers, networking opportunities, and certification courses. Kristin Thorsness will give the keynote address. She is a 1984 Olympic Gold Medalist in rowing, practicing attorney, and 2024 Olympic Arbitration Committee Member, sharing insights as an elite athlete, her role in Olympic arbitration, and offering a unique perspective on competition, discipline, and governance in international sports.

Date: Friday, May 2, 2025
Time: 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM
Location: Perinton Community Center, 1350 Turk Hill Road, Fairport
Fee: $25 per person; meals provided, including lunch from the Fairport Village Inn.

Spots are limited, and early registration is encouraged. Use code: 545000 to register via WebTrac, https://webtrac.perinton.org/wbwsc/webtrac.wsc/SPLASH.html

Participants can choose from multiple educational tracks, including Leadership & Wellness, Safety, and Program Development, with presentations from experts across various fields, including:
- Rochester Regional Health
- Monroe County Department of Public Health
- U.S. Department of Homeland Security
- American Red Cross
- Lollypop Farm, Humane Society of Greater Rochester
- Child Advocacy Center of Greater Rochester
- Safety Educational Services

The conference will also feature Narcan certification training, networking sessions, and discussions on emerging trends in community safety, mental health, and recreation programming.

Those interested in presenting at this or future conferences should contact the Perinton Recreation & Parks Department at (585) 223-5050.

Optimize your mind, body & quality of life with proper fuel to reduce inflammation, increase energy, sleep better, feel phenomenal and drop that stubborn body fat - - an informative and interactive seminar that you will be able to understand and apply in your life! We hope to see you on April 12!

The Town of Perinton has launched a new online permitting portal, streamlining the process for residents to obtain building permits from the Building & Codes Department. Homeowners and contractors, visit: https://app.govwell.com/perinton. The app is a secure, cloud-based platform which is user-friendly, tracks progress, and manages inspections. This launch reflects ongoing efforts to improve services, enhance efficiency, and provide a more accessible experience. For building requirements and project guidelines, visit the Building & Codes Department webpage: https://perinton.org/departments/public-works/building-and-codes-departm....

With Perinton’s online permitting portal, residents can:
• Apply for all building permits (Decks – when attached to a house or elevated off the ground; Sheds – All sheds require a permit; Fences – permanent installations)
• Submit changes or corrections
• Review inspector notes
• Pay for and receive approved permits
• Request inspections
• Track permit progress
• Receive final completion certificates

In addition to homeowner services, contractors can now register with the Town of Perinton at no cost through the portal. The platform allows them to:
• Upload insurance forms
• Receive automatic reminders when insurance renewals are due
• Update contact information
• Manage all active permits in one place
• Allow customers to add them to their permits

See Building & Codes Department staff for a brief in-office tutorial on how to use the new online permitting portal: building@perinton.org; (585) 223-0770.