Southtowns Record

Town Board minutes — January 7, 2026

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Town of Orchard Park
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Town Board
Meeting
Jan 7, 2026
Posted by publisher
Apr 10, 2026
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Public safety, Parks and recreation, Budget and taxes, Roads and traffic

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1st Town Board Meeting  01/07/2026  Page 4

New Business #8 Approve the Wayland’s Holly Jolly 5K Special Event

9) THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION WAS OFFERED BY SUPERVISOR LIBERTI, WHO MOVED ITS
ADOPTION, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER MARIANO, TO WIT:

RESOLVED, that the Town Board does hereby approve the Special Event Permit request for the Wayland’s
Holly Jolly 5K Run to be held on Sunday January 11, 2026 from 11AM – 12PM.

  The resolution was unanimously adopted.

  ***Proclamation Honoring Chief Patrick M. Fitzgerald***

WHEREAS, Chief Patrick M. Fitzgerald has dedicated over two decades of service to the Town of Orchard
Park Police Department, serving the community in numerous roles since starting his law enforcement career
in the early 2000s; and

WHEREAS, under his guidance, the police department has continued to provide high-quality law
enforcement, crime prevention, and community outreach services to the residents of Orchard Park,
reinforcing the trust and bond between law enforcement and our community; and

WHEREAS, the Town of Orchard Park and the Orchard Park Police Department are profoundly grateful for
Chief Fitzgerald's continued professionalism, and compassionate service to the community, upholding the
town's values and ensuring the safety of all residents.

NOW, THEREFORE be it

RESOLVED, that the Town of Orchard Park hereby recognizes and expresses its gratitude to Patrick M.
Fitzgerald for his years of service, and devotion to the community; and be it further

RESOLVED, that this proclamation be entered into the official record as a testament to his contributions.

  BUSINESS FROM THE FLOOR

David Schuster spoke regarding the Town’s new garbage pickup contract with Modern Disposal Services.

  ELECTED OFFICIALS & DEPARTMENT MANAGERS

Supervisor Joseph Liberti congratulated all new and promoted Town employees. He also spoke regarding the
new garbage collection procedures and the Town’s contract with Modern Disposal Services.

Councilmember Greg Bennett thanked residents for the opportunity to serve on the Town Board.

Councilmember Julia Mombrea congratulated all new and promoted Police Officers. She also thanked all
residents that volunteer on boards & committees.

Councilmember Scott Honer congratulated all new and promoted Police Officers. He also thanked Interim
Chief of Police Gregory Sheppard.

Councilmember John Mariano welcomed Police Officer Jeffrey Zak, congratulated Detective Marshall
McGraw & Patrol Lieutenant Andrew Kowalski, and thanked Interim Chief of Police Gregory Sheppard. He
also welcomed Olivia Ranalli to the Recreation Department.