Southtowns Record

Town Board minutes — June 8, 2026

Government
Town of Aurora
Board
Town Board
Meeting
Jun 8, 2026
Kind
Minutes
Topics
Budget and taxes, Parks and recreation, Public safety, Zoning and land use, Roads and traffic

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Town of Aurora | Town Board Meeting | June 8, 2026
compost receptacles. There was also a presentation by Farmer Pirates, which is a local commercial
composting company.

Supervisor Snyder reminded everyone that the Town of Aurora and the Village of East Aurora are
holding a friendly back and forth that is to be settled with a Cornhole Tournament. The tournament
will be held at Hamlin Park on Saturday, June 20 and all are encouraged to attend!

AUDIENCE II: none

STAFF REPORTS:

Highway Superintendent Dave Gunner had no report.

Police Chief Pat Welch reported on the upcoming Heart of Music Festival happening on June 13.
They will once again be receiving assistance from New York State Police as well as the Orchard
Park Police Department so that all the residents, whether they are attending the festival or not,
receive the same level of service that day. He also reports they are currently interviewing for an
open Officer position, as well as a part time Dispatcher position. The Department will be attending
firearms training at the East Aurora Fish & Game Club in the coming months, and recent transfer
from Rochester Alex Pierce is being appointed as the department’s in-house Firearms Instructor.

Assistant Code Enforcement Officer Rich Miga had no report.

Recreation Director Chris Musshafen reported that the Community Pool is now open and has about
700 members signed up. There have been 15 lifeguards certified for the season. Summer Camp
employees have also been CPR certified. He also mentioned he is now certified as a Water Safety
Instructor Trainer. He also commented that the new Senior Van will be positive in helping our
residents age with dignity.

Zoning Board Chair Paul Ernst had no report.

Planning Board Chairman Doug Crow reported on an upcoming meeting with Erie County
regarding the expansion of the Composting program.

  Deputy Supervisor McCann moved to adjourn at 7:56 PM. Seconded by  Action #218
  Meeting
Councilmember Garvey. Upon a vote being taken: ayes – five, noes – none.
  adjourned
Motion carried.

Stephanie Meyer
Deputy Town Clerk

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