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VILLAGE OF SPRINGVILLE
BOARD MEETING
October 5, 2026, Minutes – 7:00 PM
The Regular Meeting of the Trustees of the Village of Springville was held at the Village Municipal Building, 65 Franklin Street,
Springville, New York at the above date and time.
Present:
Mayor Russel Belscher
Deputy Mayor Kelly Baker
Trustees Barbara Lipka
Jessica Schuster
Vince Roberts
Village Attorney Paul Weiss
Police Officer Nick Budney
In Charge
Superintendent Duane Boberg
Code Enforce- John Baker
Ment Officer
Also Attending:
Matt Malican – ECSO
Joseph Reeves - ECSO
Todd Catalano – Natural Disaster Coordinator
Gene Majchrzak – NYS Senate
Max Borsuk – Springville Journal
Mayor Belscher called the meeting to order at 7:00 PM. and read the open meeting code of conduct and decorum
MINUTES
o Minutes of the Regular Meeting of September 14, 2026, were moved as written by Trustee Lipka, seconded by
Trustee Baker, and carried with unanimous approval.
o Minutes of the Executive Session of September 14, 2026, were moved as written by Trustee Schuster, seconded by
Trustee Roberts, and carried with unanimous approval.
PUBLIC HEARING - None
PUBLIC COMMENT
Gene Majchrzak, the WNY Regional Coordinator from Senator Gallivan’s office attended and wanted all to know
that he is available to answer any questions anyone may have.
NEW BUSINESS
o None
DEPARTMENT REPORTS
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Clerk/Treasurer
Resolutions:
o Authorize to advertise Public Notice and to adopt a resolution designating that the Village Special Election
Day will be held on Tuesday, March 16, 2027. Motion made by Trustee Roberts, seconded by Trustee
Schuster and carried with unanimous approval.
o Authorize to advertise for Public Notice and to adopt a resolution designating the Municipal Building, 65
Franklin Street, Springville, New York as the polling place for Village of Springville and the hours the
Polls will be open are 12:00 noon until 9:00 p.m. Motion made by Trustee Roberts, seconded by Trustee
Schuster and carried with unanimous approval.
o Authorize to advertise for Public Notice and to adopt a resolution designating the offices to be filled and
the terms thereof. Motion made by Trustee Schuster, seconded by Trustee Lipka and carried with
unanimous approval.
Discussion:
o The last day to pay Village taxes is November 2, 2026. Penalties accrue each month.
o No Overnight Parking – there is a ban on village streets and in village parking lots except for areas that are
marked to allow for overnight parking which begins November 10, 2026 – April 1st from 2am - 7am.
o Audit for FY2026 began this week.
o Financial reports (Treasurer’s Report) – Balance Sheets, Rev & Exp Summaries have been submitted to the
village board for August 2026.
Superintendent Report
Resolutions:
o To set a Public Hearing for LL 12 of 2026 One-Year Moratorium on Data Centers -chapter 200-1-and
Standalone Battery Storage Units for October 19, 2026, at 65 Franklin St during the regular scheduled
Village Board meeting. Time 7:02pm. Motion was made by Trustee Schuster, seconded by Trustee
Roberts, and carried with unanimous approval.
o To set a Public Hearing for review of the Village of Springville’s Community Development Block Grant
Application. To be held on October 19, 2026, at 65 Franklin St during the regular scheduled Village Board
meeting. Time 7:03pm
Project 1: Extension of sidewalk on S. Buffalo St to SYI with crosswalk and lighted signs
Project 2: Support for Rural Transit
Motion made by Trustee Roberts, seconded by Trustee Schuster and carried with unanimous approval.
o Mayor to sign the purchase contract for 24 N. Buffalo St. Motion made by Trustee Lipka, seconded by
Trustee Schuster and carried with unanimous approval.
o To make Danielle Carter a full-time non-probationary employee. She has completed her 6-month
probationary time and has been a terrific addition to the Village Office staff. Effective September 30th,
2026. Trustee Baker commented that Danielle is doing an excellent job and the Village is fortunate to have
her. Motion made by Trustee Lipka, seconded by Trustee Schuster, and carried with unanimous approval.
o To accept the resignation of Don Orton from the Historic Preservation Committee effective immediately.
Mayor Belscher commented that Don did a wonderful job and will be missed. Motion made by Trustee
Schuster, seconded by Trustee Roberts, and carried with unanimous approval.
o To appoint Darlene Johnson to the Historic Preservation Committee as a permanent member to finish out
the 4-year term expiring in 2027. Motion made by Trustee Lipka, seconded by Trustee Schuster, and
carried with unanimous approval.
Discussion:
o The Waverly Street Water Project will start next week and is a 2- to 3- week project. There will be lane
closures during the day, but all lanes will be open at night.
Police Report
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Police Officer-in-charge Nick Budney updated the board on the following:
o September 2026 Stats
In ECSO Shane Miller absence, ECSO Matt Malican and Joseph Reeves reported on the following:
o September 2026 Stats
Fire Report – In the absence of Fire Chief Marc Gentner, Todd Catalano reported on the following:
o September calls
o Training
o Upcoming activities
Fire/Emergency Coordinator Report - Todd Catalano reported on the following:
o Attending a NITTEC event at the Jamison Road Fire Department in Elma.
o Will be attending the Springville homecoming parade on Friday October 9.
o Will be helping the fire dept. with the drill on 10/17.
o The next Chief’s Council Meeting is October 20 at Morton’s Corners at 7pm.
Code Enforcement Officer - CEO John Baker reported on the following:
o Bulk item collection with Waste Management concerns – Section 146-6-part B - Village Attorney
Weiss will review this section and get back to CEO Baker. Trustee Schuster would like that part of
the code to be updated.
o Resident concern on Main Street business needing repair.
o The Public Notice signage has been updated to .gov.
Control Center – Read by Superintendent Duane Boberg:
o Personnel updates
o Equipment updates
o Monthly call volume
o Chief’s Council meeting
OLD BUSINESS
o None
BILLS – Bills, as examined by members of the Board of Trustees, were approved for payment in accordance with Abstracts # 102-
119 totaling $557,541.18 for the General, Water/Sewer, Electric, Trust and Agency Funds by motion of Trustee Baker, seconded by
Trustee Lipka and carried with unanimous approval.
CONSENT AGENDA – After a lengthy discussion on the consent agenda and timely communication, the motion was made by
Trustee Schuster, seconded by Trustee Baker, and carried with unanimous approval to accepting the permits and applications below.
VILLAGE ATTORNEY REPORT
o Paul Weiss had nothing to report tonight.
TRUSTEE NOTES & PROJECT REPORTS
Trustee Roberts
o Tour with SCA was highly informative.
o Curious about green space behind stores, Superintendent Boberg stated that is Village owned. Village workers for
sewer/electric services need to access that for utilities.
o Impressed with the fact that the crosswalk concerns addressed at the last Village Board meeting were quickly
resolved by ECSO Miller.
o Agenda/Board packets – would like to see presentation improved.
Trustee Baker
o Homecoming parade is Friday, October 9.
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o Zoning Board update.
o Enjoyed the walking tour with Seth and Andrea from SCA and the stories behind the murals.
o Safety concerns with the bucket truck in the village near Main Street.
o Will be attending the Tier 3 training for emergency response.
Trustee Lipka
o Went on a tour with people from the Center for the Arts and had highly informative discussions.
o Main & Pearl concrete barriers concern.
o Discussion with Darlene and would like to see historic designation guidelines put on the website for residents.
o Called NYCOM on training records – no certificate is given but hours can be sent via e-mail to board members.
o Food Distribution will be at the Senior Center on 10/16/ 2026.
Trustee Schuster
o Importance of having alternates on all boards for easy transition when permanent member is needed.
o Pleased that the SYI budget team will be at the next board meeting on 10/19.
o There was a de-brief with the Empire State Development group along with Superintendent Boberg, Trustee
Schuster, Mayor Belscher and others to discuss ways to improve future grant applications.
o Looking forward to the homecoming parade on Friday.
Mayor Belscher
o Has daily discussions with Superintendent Boberg.
o Comes to office a couple times/week.
o Receives and responds to hundreds of emails monthly.
o Attends many meetings in addition to the Village Board Meetings.
TREE COMMITTEE REPORT - None
PUBLIC COMMENT - None
ADJOURN
Motion was made by Trustee Roberts, seconded by Trustee Schuster, and carried with unanimous approval to adjourn the
Regular Session at 8:19 pm.
Respectfully submitted,
Jennifer Haberl
Clerk/Treasurer
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