Southtowns Record

Town Board minutes — February 4, 2026

Government
Town of Aurora
Board
Town Board
Meeting
Feb 4, 2026
Kind
Minutes
Topics
Zoning and land use, Water, sewer and drainage

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Same meeting

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William Heidt asks if at the time of the application has there been any movement in regards to the variance to
the State for the fire hydrant location.

Jason Burford states not currently. He is looking for support from Building Department and fire chief for
support which may weigh in on a decision.

Chairman, Doug Crow asks CEO, Rich Miga for any input.

CEO, Rich Miga states he is currently not sure if it’s a routine or board review. He will discuss it with CEO, Liz
Cassidy.

  * Following the meeting CEO, Rich Miga had conversation with CEO, Liz Cassity. It is a board review
  and the department is currently waiting for documentation.

Chairman, Doug Crow asks what would happen if a variance is not approved. Would a new hydrant be required.
Changes would need to be made to the Site Plan.

Jason Burford states they would have to tap into the main, which would come at a large expense.

Angela Griffis states that on the SEQR it is indicated the site of the proposed action, or lands adjoining the
proposed action contain wetlands. She asks if the DEC has been contacted.

Jason Burford states the proposed site does not have wetlands. The adjacent property does.

Tim Stroth states the last email transmittal sent to CEO, Liz Cassidy, from Jason Burford, on December 27,
2025 indicates a photo metric plan can be provided with fixture details, along with lighting plan and signage
details.

Jason Burford states that information is on the civil plans.

Multiple people talking.

Chairman, Doug Crow states he does not see any information regarding signage.

Jason Burford states it will be the same size, nonelite, double sided, in the same location.

CEO, Rich Miga states the sign will require a separate permit.

Angela Griffis asks about lighting on building, and parking lots. Will they be on at all times, or specific hours.

Jason Burford states they will be timed light to coincide with business hours. They are basically there for safety.