Vernon Bonse
President
MA in Deafness Rehabilitation from New York University and currently serves as a Deaf and Hard of Hearing Service Coordinator at Independent Living, Inc. Also currently teaches American Sign Language and Deaf Culture in different colleges and other places since 1987. Holds a professional certificate in American Sign Language Teacher Association. Enjoys hunting, fishing, and outdoor activities.
Steve Lovi
Vice President
Susan Snyder
Treasurer
Hails from St. Mary’s School for the Deaf, acquired a business diploma from NTID/RIT and associate degree in Visual Communication & Business Administration from American InterContinental University. An avid bowler who continues to play in leagues. In her spare time, she enjoys being with her 9 grandchildren.
Colette Steves
Secretary
Grew up in Spring Valley, NY, mainstreamed until sophomore year where I transferred to New York School for the Deaf – Fanwood. Earned Bachelor of Science in Social Work from Rochester Institute of Technology. Currently works as BOCES substitute teacher and teacher assistant at Westmere Elementary School Saratoga Springs, NY. Has a deep love for travel with family. Longing to dye her hair purple, but doesn’t have any guts to do it!
David Wantuck
Niagara Region Representative
Jerald Creer
Finger Lakes Region Representative
Deb Pardi
Central Regional Representative
Heather Shaffer
Southern Tier Region Representative
Michael Cross
Buffalo Civic Association (BCAD) Representative
Merton Snyder
Southwest Association of the Deaf (SWAD) Representative
Vacant Board Positions
Are you seeing issues within your region and you see that there is a vacant position? Do you want to make a difference? Be the change, join us and support your fellow community members.
- North Country Region
- Down State Region
- Capital Region
- Hudson Valley Region
- Utica Civic Association of the Deaf
Contact us if you want to join.