Senator Helming Presents New York State Senate Commendation Award to Terry and Dorothy Gronwall of Honeoye

Senator Pam Helming recently presented a New York State Senate Commendation Award to Terry and Dorothy Gronwall of Honeoye. The couple are longtime active members of the Honeoye Valley Association who have worked for more than two decades on the protection of Honeoye Lake.

Their contributions include conducting extensive sampling of Honeoye waters, helping develop the macrophyte management plan and a program to identify the intensity of weed growth in Honeoye Lake, supporting the development of an aeration system for the lake, and playing an important role in changing the Honeoye Inlet from a man-made straight path stream to a meandering stream that has reduced sediment deposition in Honeoye Lake.

Terry has also served in numerous leadership roles, including President of Honeoye Valley Association and Chairperson of the Honeoye Lake Watershed Taskforce.

Senator Helming said “Terry and Dorothy are two exemplary citizen-scientists who have worked with great diligence and passion to monitor and protect Honeoye Lake for its residents, visitors and future generations. They have been at the forefront of citizen engagement for more than two decades. Terry and Dorothy are incredibly deserving of the Senate Commendation Award, which honors individuals who exemplify the spirit of community, philanthropy and leadership. Thank you to the Gronwalls for their many contributions to their home lake and community, and the health of our Finger Lakes.”

The award presentation was made during the New York State Federation of Lake Associations Western NY conference held October 26 at The Woods in Naples.

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