“Honeoye Falls Musings with Muffy Meisenzahl” (4/3/25)

The April 3rd meeting of the Honeoye Falls – Town of Mendon Historical Society will feature Muffy Meisenzahl, whose topic will be “Honeoye Falls Musings with Muffy Meisenzahl”

This will be a a loose, unscripted and interactive session with our audience that will feature Muffy telling stories from the Village and Town in years past, pulling from her vast connections throughout our community.

Mary Louise “Muffy” Meisenzahl has dedicated over three decades to public service, leaving an indelible mark on Monroe County and beyond. Known for her unwavering commitment, Muffy’s career spans a range of impactful roles that highlight her leadership, innovation, and deep sense of community.

A resident of Honeoye Falls, Muffy began her public service journey as a village trustee before serving as Mayor of Honeoye Falls from 1981 to 1990. Her dedication to her hometown set the stage for a distinguished career in emergency management and public safety.

In 1992, Muffy became the Administrator of Monroe County’s Office of Emergency Management, where she remained for 25 years. Prior to this role, she served as a 911 program analyst for four years. Under her guidance, the county developed a state-of-the-art program area within the Monroe County Public Safety Training Facility, which continues to serve as a model for counties across the nation.

Muffy’s leadership extended beyond Monroe County, as she served as President of the Emergency Managers Association of Western New York. She is recognized statewide and regionally as a leader among her peers in public safety. Her expertise and dedication earned her certification as a Certified Emergency Manager by the International Association of Emergency Managers.

Her academic achievements include a Bachelor of Science in Education from SUNY Cortland and a Master of Public Administration from SUNY Brockport. Muffy also shares her knowledge as a member of the adjunct faculty at Monroe Community College, teaching in the Public Safety Training Center and the Law and Criminal Justice Department.

Throughout her career, Muffy has been celebrated for her keen sense of duty, her ability to address complex challenges with empathy, and her loyalty to the communities she served. She has earned the admiration and affection of her colleagues, who regard her as a true asset to public service.

The meeting will begin at 7:30pm on Thursday, April 3, 2025 at the Mendon Community Center, 167 North Main Street in Honeoye Falls. This facility is handicapped accessible. The meeting is open to the public.