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15th Town Board Meeting 08/05/2026 Page 2 RESOLVED, that the Liaison shall serve as the primary point of contact with the Historian, assisting with communication, coordination of requests, and support of historical records and initiatives as needed. The resolution was unanimously adopted. New Business #2 Temporarily suspend enforcement of Local Law §97-4 to permit Food Trucks at Green Lake during the Summer Months. 3) THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION WAS OFFERED BY SUPERVISOR LIBERTI, WHO MOVED ITS ADOPTION, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER MARIANO, TO WIT: WHEREAS, the Town of Orchard Park is the owner and operator of the public lands and facilities commonly known as Green Lake or Yates Park; and WHEREAS, the Town Board has determined that expanding food options at Green Lake during the peak summer season would enhance the public’s use and enjoyment of the park, support local small businesses, and encourage tourism and community gatherings; and WHEREAS, Local Law Chapter 97, codified at §97-4, currently restricts or prohibits mobile food vending, including food trucks, at or in the vicinity of Green Lake; and WHEREAS, the Town Board wishes, on a trial basis, to temporarily suspend enforcement of the provisions of Local Law §97-4 that prohibit or restrict food trucks at Green Lake, subject to reasonable health, safety, and operational conditions; and NOW, THEREFORE be it RESOLVED, by the Town Board of the Town of Orchard Park as follows: 1. Suspension of Local Law Provisions Effective August 5, 2026 and continuing through September 7, 2026 enforcement of those provisions of Local Law Chapter 97, codified at §97-4, that prohibit or restrict mobile food vending/food trucks at Green Lake is hereby suspended solely within the boundaries of Green Lake Park and only to the extent necessary to implement this Resolution. 2. Authorized Period and Hours of Operation a. Food truck operations may occur only between the hours of 11:00 a.m. and 9:00 p.m., unless otherwise approved in writing by the Town Supervisor or Deputy Supervisor. 3. Permits and Compliance Requirements a. All food truck operators must obtain any required Town permits or licenses, including a Food Truck Permit issued by the Town Clerk, and must pay all applicable fees set by the Town Board. b. Operators must maintain all state and county health department permits, inspections, and certificates, and comply with all applicable provisions of the New York State Sanitary Code and any county health regulations. c. Operators must maintain adequate liability insurance. No connections to Town utilities (electric, water, sewer) shall be made unless expressly authorized, and any such connections shall be subject to separate terms and fees. Food truck operators shall be responsible for maintaining their immediate area in a clean and sanitary condition, providing appropriate trash and recycling receptacles, and removing all waste daily. No grease, graywater, or other waste may be discharged onto Town property, into storm drains, or into the lake.