Search Results

Mike Bowen is a retired business and technology leader with more than 30 years of experience guiding complex organizations through transformation, operational improvement, and long-term strategic change. His experience brings a strong perspective on stewardship of resources, risk management, transparency, and aligning investments to mission-critical outcomes. He has a long record of community service and volunteer leadership focused on youth development, education, and public service. His involvement includes leading annual volunteer construction teams supporting Camp Stella Maris; serving for many years as a coach and team leader across multiple youth sports programs; volunteering as a science consultant for middle school students in the city of Rochester; and contributing to public safety and outdoor recreation through service with the National Ski Patrol at Bristol Mountain and the Safety Patrol at Holiday Valley. He is deeply committed to initiatives that promote community well-being, accessibility, and responsible use of shared natural resources. Mike holds an MBA with concentrations in information technology and marketing, and a bachelor’s degree in business and finance from the University at Buffalo School of Management. He is an avid skier, bicyclist, and Adirondack mountain hiker, and he values trail systems that connect communities, expand access to the outdoors, and preserve natural corridors for future generations. When he’s not busy conquering major trails or organizational transformations, he enjoys spending time with his family in Western New York. < Back Michael Bowen Mike Bowen is a retired business and technology leader with more than 30 years of experience guiding complex organizations through transformation, operational improvement, and long-term strategic change. His experience brings a strong perspective on stewardship of resources, risk management, transparency, and aligning investments to mission-critical outcomes. He has a long record of community service and volunteer leadership focused on youth development, education, and public service. His involvement includes leading annual volunteer construction teams supporting Camp Stella Maris; serving for many years as a coach and team leader across multiple youth sports programs; volunteering as a science consultant for middle school students in the city of Rochester; and contributing to public safety and outdoor recreation through service with the National Ski Patrol at Bristol Mountain and the Safety Patrol at Holiday Valley. He is deeply committed to initiatives that promote community well-being, accessibility, and responsible use of shared natural resources. Mike holds an MBA with concentrations in information technology and marketing, and a bachelor’s degree in business and finance from the University at Buffalo School of Management. He is an avid skier, bicyclist, and Adirondack mountain hiker, and he values trail systems that connect communities, expand access to the outdoors, and preserve natural corridors for future generations. When he’s not busy conquering major trails or organizational transformations, he enjoys spending time with his family in Western New York. Previous Next

Orchard Park Trail Opening Day Photos from the Grand Opening of the Orchard Park Village Trail section Year: 2023 Previous Next

Steve has over 32 years of banking industry experience as a Financial / Strategic Planning Consultant to the Banking Industry and previously served as Chief Operating Officer of FinPro Inc. Steve currently serves as a member of the Board of Directors at Country Bank in MA. Steve is an avid biker and trail rider and has ridden on a wide range of rail trails across 12 states. Steve believes the Erie Cattaraugus Rail Trail is a very valuable asset to the Western NY community and is excited by the opportunity to work with the talented and dedicated group at ECRT to complete and open the entire 27 miles of trail to public use. < Back Steve Musso Steve has over 32 years of banking industry experience as a Financial / Strategic Planning Consultant to the Banking Industry and previously served as Chief Operating Officer of FinPro Inc. Steve currently serves as a member of the Board of Directors at Country Bank in MA. Steve is an avid biker and trail rider and has ridden on a wide range of rail trails across 12 states. Steve believes the Erie Cattaraugus Rail Trail is a very valuable asset to the Western NY community and is excited by the opportunity to work with the talented and dedicated group at ECRT to complete and open the entire 27 miles of trail to public use. Previous Next

Oops! That page doesn't exist. The link you clicked may be broken or the page may have been removed. Back to Homepage

< Back Jeff Sellers Previous Next

Tom lives with his wife in Orchard Park and has three grown children. He is a CPA and is a former partner with Brock, Schechter & Polakoff, LLP, with over 40 years experience. Tom serves on several local nonprofit organization boards. He is also an avid runner and biker. < Back Tom Grogan, CFA, CFP Tom lives with his wife in Orchard Park and has three grown children. He is a CPA and is a former partner with Brock, Schechter & Polakoff, LLP, with over 40 years experience. Tom serves on several local nonprofit organization boards. He is also an avid runner and biker. Previous Next

Parking for the trail just got a little easier. < Back Trail Parking Spots Designated in West Falls Trail Maintenance Oct 28, 2025 Parking for the trail just got a little easier. Great news, everyone! There are now 3 designated Trail head parking spots adjacent to Davis Rd (Rte 240) beside the old Inn Cahoots tavern in West Falls. Previous Next

Deb Fenn Jim Smolinksi ECRT relies on board member Jim Slominski for his deep knowledge and dedication to preserving railroad history. A current trustee of the Western New York Railroad Historical Society and chair of the Orchard Park Depot Committee, Jim became involved with ECRT due to a primary interest in preserving the integrity of the former Buffalo-Pittsburg Railroad right-of-way. He recalls what happened in Hamburg when the Buffalo & Susquehanna line was discontinued: “The right-of-way was completely obliterated. Today, you’d be hard pressed to find any intact sections of original corridor.” A lifelong resident of Orchard Park, from a very early age, Jim grew up near train tracks. “I was fascinated with anything that had to do with trains. When we lived on Liberty Drive off Taylor Road, I could watch trains come and go from our family room.” The Orchard Park Depot Committee was formed by like-minded railroad buffs in 1980 with a common desire to restore the depot and its storied surroundings. Jim joined in 1981 and has been an active member ever since. The hard work of restoration began in the early 1980s when then depot owner, Ed Burke, expressed interest in donating the site to the organization. In the decades following, everything from new wiring and plumbing to exterior restoration projects were undertaken with support from generous individual donations and from the efforts of local legislators. Most recently, Scott Bieler, CEO of West Herr Automotive Group, provided funds enabling significant renovations to both the interior and exterior of the site. The depot is now dedicated to his family. One very large project remains: restoring and retiling the roof, a project that could cost up to $1,000,000. “We also need to find a company with the skills and the will to undertake this hands-on, labor-intensive project.” Jim graduated from Canisius College with a degree in accounting. Prior to graduation, he participated in a work-study cooperative program with the IRS. Upon graduation, he began a 34-year career with the IRS advancing from a revenue agent to that of an appeals officer and finally as a liaison to the Congressional Joint Committee on Taxation. During the course of his career, Jim was a member of the IRS instructor cadre, worked closely with the IRS litigation division, served on a number of task forces and authored various training books and procedural manuals. An ECRT board member since 2012, Jim is delighted with the trail’s noticeable, significant progress over the past four years or so. “I can’t wait for the new section to open up connecting the trail to the depot. It will have an enormous, positive effect on the Village. You’ll see people using the trail on a regular basis to come to the Village to visit the library, to shop or to attend events. I predict we’ll see a lot more interest in and activity around depot which, of course, we welcome!” The Orchard Park Depot Committee is always looking for people interested in volunteering. “My wish list would include new members willing to help with events and interact with visitors to the depot. And if you have a background in construction, maintenance or any of the trades, we’d welcome your time, skills and support!” May 1, 2023 Written by: Deb Fenn Previous Next < Back

Tim was born in Albany and grew up in Pendleton, NY. He graduated from University of Buffalo with a BS in Finance. After graduating Tim accepted a job with the National Security Agency in Maryland. He worked for 10 years as a Computer Programmer/Analyst with a Top Secret clearance including a tour of duty in Hawaii. He then returned to Western New York and worked 15 years as a Sales Representative in the Cellular industry, primarily with AT&T. Tim finished his career with the United States Post Office working as a City Carrier, delivering mail on foot in South Buffalo. He has been retired since 2020 and enjoys biking, hiking, photography and writing poetry. Tim is a creative problem solver and communicator, and skilled in technology. He is well organized with attention to detail and likes to think outside the box. < Back Tim Bienkowski Tim was born in Albany and grew up in Pendleton, NY. He graduated from University of Buffalo with a BS in Finance. After graduating Tim accepted a job with the National Security Agency in Maryland. He worked for 10 years as a Computer Programmer/Analyst with a Top Secret clearance including a tour of duty in Hawaii. He then returned to Western New York and worked 15 years as a Sales Representative in the Cellular industry, primarily with AT&T. Tim finished his career with the United States Post Office working as a City Carrier, delivering mail on foot in South Buffalo. He has been retired since 2020 and enjoys biking, hiking, photography and writing poetry. Tim is a creative problem solver and communicator, and skilled in technology. He is well organized with attention to detail and likes to think outside the box. Previous Next

< Back Antonio (Tony) Miceli Previous Next

< Back Rick LeFeber Previous Next