| Webster | |
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| Motto: Where Life Is Worth Living | |
| Country | United States |
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| State | New York |
| County | Monroe |
| Elevation | 442 ft (134.7 m) |
| Coordinates | |
| Area | 35.5 sq mi (91.9 km2) |
| - land | 34.0 sq mi (88 km2) |
| - water | 1.5 sq mi (4 km2), 4.23% |
| Population | 42,641 (2010) |
| Density | 1,271 / sq mi (490.7358435 / km2) |
| Established | 1840 |
| Town Supervisor | Ronald W. Nesbitt (R) First elected 2005
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| Timezone | EST (UTC-5) |
| - summer (DST) | EDT (UTC-4) |
| ZIP code | 14580 |
| Area code | 585 |
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| Website: http://www.ci.webster.ny.us/ | |
Webster is a town in the northeast corner of Monroe County, New York, United States. The town is named after orator and statesman Daniel Webster. The population was 42,641 at the 2010 census.
The town's motto is "Where Life Is Worth Living." It is the fastest-growing suburb of Rochester, New York. The town contains a village also named Webster.
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The town of Webster is bordered on the north by Lake Ontario, on the east by Wayne County, on the west by Irondequoit Bay, and on the south by the Town of Penfield.
According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of 35.5 square miles (91.9 km²), of which 34.0 square miles (88.2 km²) is land and 1.5 square miles (3.8 km²) (4.09%) is water.
As of the census[1] of 2000, there were 37,926 people, 14,750 households, and 10,679 families residing in the town. The population density was 1,114.2 people per square mile (430.2/km²). There were 15,218 housing units at an average density of 447.1 per square mile (172.6/km²). The racial makeup of the town was 94.99% White, 1.10% Black or African American, 0.10% Native American, 1.95% Asian, 0.4% from other races, and 0.9% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.5% of the population.
Among the 14,750 households, 34.6% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 61.5% were married couples living together, 8.1% had a female householder with no husband present, and 27.6% were non-families. 23.1% of all households were made up of individuals and 9.0% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.56 and the average family size was 3.04.
In the town the population was spread out with 26.1% under the age of 18, 5.6% from 18 to 24, 29.9% from 25 to 44, 25.4% from 45 to 64, and 13.0% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 39 years. For every 100 females there were 95.0 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 91.1 males.
The median income for a household in the town was $58,746, and the median income for a family was $69,629. Males had a median income of $50,263 versus $33,197 for females. The per capita income for the town was $26,791. About 2.5% of families and 3.9% of the population were below the poverty line, including 3.3% of those under age 18 and 4.9% of those age 65 or over.
On July 25, 1837, orator and statesman Daniel Webster spoke to a gathering of Whigs in nearby Rochester about the economy. Whig farmers from North Penfield, who were part of Webster's audience, were so impressed by his eloquence that when they petitioned the state legislature for separate town status from Penfield, they chose to name it in his honor. On February 6, 1840, the northern part of Penfield was officially established as the town of Webster with an initial population of 2,235.[2]
Webster has its own museum dedicated to sharing the town's history with its citizens. The museum has many permanent historical displays, and also features changing displays for different times of the year.
Webster's public schools are under the direction of the Webster Central School District (K-12), consisting of seven elementary schools (DeWitt Road, Klem North , Klem South, Plank North, Plank South, Schlegel Road, State Road), two middle schools (Spry, Willink), and two high schools (Thomas, Schroeder). Also within the town are several private or parochial schools, including St. Rita School and Webster Christian School. The Webster Montessori School (elementary) is just south of the town line in Penfield, yet served by the Webster school district.
On May 15, 2005, Webster was awarded the title of "Number 1 Sportstown in New York" by Sports Illustrated. SI Publisher David Morris said that "Webster's commitment to finding creative and resourceful ways to enhance sports for the well-being of its community fits perfectly with the principles of our Sportstown program, as well as the overall mission of our anniversary celebration."
The Webster Schroeder High School football team has won three New York State Championships in Class AA (a designation based on number of students). At one point, they had a winning streak of 31 games. In the USA Today High School football Super 25, Schroeder was, at one time, ranked #21 in the nation. At least five Webster players have gone on to play Division 1 college football at Syracuse, Michigan and Colgate, among others.
In March, 2008, the Webster Thomas High School hockey team, in only its sixth year of competition, won the New York State Championship in Division II, beating Thousand Islands by a score of 5-2. The Webster Thomas soccer team also has won the sectional title 3 years in a row and went on to the state finals in 2007. The soccer team has produced two division 1 soccer athletes both attending Colgate University. The men's lacrosse team won a sectional title in 2009 and has produced many division 1 athletes under Coach Rob Ruller. The women's Lacrosse team has also won a section V title in 2007.
Webster's sports facilities include two lighted stadiums, a hockey/soccer complex, an indoor track and an Olympic-size indoor pool.
Webster has several sports clubs including the Webster Cyclones (youth hockey), Webster Lacrosse Club, and Webster Soccer Association. The annual Webster Lakefront Classic, run by the Webster Soccer Association, is one of the largest soccer tournaments in the Greater Rochester area and takes place annually on Father's Day weekend.
The Webster Police Department protects the citizens of Webster as a New York State Law Enforcement Accreditation Council agency. Gerald Pickering is the current Chief of the Department. It consists of thirty five sworn officers and various other employees.
Fire Protection is covered by three agencies. In the west side of town, the West Webster Fire Department proves Fire Protection. It is an all Volunteer department. Fire stations are located at Gravel, Backus, and Plank Roads.
The central and eastern parts of town, including the village, are protected by the Webster Volunteer Fire Department. It is an all volunteer department as it has been for over one hundred years. Fire stations located on South Avenue in the Village and Plank Road in Penfield.
The Easternmost portion of the town between Salt and County Line Roads, is protected by the Union Hill Volunteer Fire Department, located at the border of Webster and Ontario.
Ambulance Service is provided by West Webster in the West, and Union Hill in the East. North East Quadrant Advanced Life Support Inc. provides ALS care for all patients in need. Webster, West Webster, and Union Hill provide EMS separate from ambulance depending on the severity of the call.
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