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WEST SENECA ENVIRONMENTAL COMMISSION - MEETING MINUTES WEST SENECA COMMUNITY CENTER - 1300 UNION ROAD, WEST SENECA, NY 14224 CORRESPONDENCE None received. ONGOING COMMISSION PROJECTS • Tree Inventory Grant Chairperson Amadon reported that he is still awaiting responses to inquiries regarding the status of the grant. The only communication this month confirmed that an employee of the Highway Department will be responsible for updating the TreeKeeper data. The Commission is still waiting for clarification from the local DEC forester and the grants forester in Albany regarding the tree inventory audit. Chairperson Amadon noted that the Community Forestry Management Plan must be completed and approved by the DEC before it is presented to the Town Board at a public meeting, likely in October or November 2026. • Park Cleanup Subcommittee & Pollinator Protectors Chairperson Amadon revisited the topic of a park cleanup subcommittee and pollinator protection activities, such as constructing bee hotels. Ms. Geller, who had previously volunteered, stated she would contact Mr. Wyeth and Ms. Lakomski to coordinate subcommittee efforts. Mr. Szablewski offered to join the subcommittee. GOVERNANCE Motion by Chairperson Amadon, seconded by Ms. Duffy to approve Barb Lipiew as Associate Member. Ayes: All Noes: None Abstain: None Motion: Carried • Financial Secretary Position Chairperson Amadon announced that the volunteer position of Financial Secretary remains open. The position includes overseeing grant funds and a stipend of approximately $1,000 allocated for purchasing commission materials (which requires adherence to the Town of West Seneca procurement policy). It was noted that Ms. Hicks, as a former chairperson, would have more detailed knowledge of the financial procedures. 2