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WEST SENECA COURT ROOM TOWN BOARD PROCEEDINGS 1250 Union Road Minutes - Meeting # 2025-24 West Seneca, NY 14224 December 22, 2025 Councilmember Piekarec stated his criteria include an applicant's understanding of the commitment, knowledge of the subject matter, and being a town resident. Councilmember Kims stated all Town Board members participate in the interviews of applicants. Supervisor Dickson stated there were more applicants than usual. Councilmember Breidenstein stated the candidates must be able to handle the public's criticism and professional experience is a critical factor. - Suggested standardizing the qualifications and emphasized that the length of members' terms can have lasting implications - Councilmember Piekarec spoke to the measures put in place for board members that have multiple absences. Kylie Punturiero, 184 Manhassett Street: - Again expressed frustration with communication and notifications about board meetings - What is considered a conflict of interest - Supervisor Dickson stated there are many examples and board members seek legal advice when necessary and the advice of the Ethics Board when appropriate. - Was the appointment of Town Attorney Trapp's son a conflict of interest - Supervisor Dickson stated it was not. Beverly Leising, Harwood Road: - Thanked Councilmember Kims for her service to the town - Thanked all who helped West Seneca Cares provide gifts for 127 nursing home residents Nancy Battaglia, Lein Road: - Asked about the procedure for reappointing board members - Supervisor Dickson stated current members are not always renewed for additional terms. - How are members selected for the Internal Audit Committee - Councilmember Piekarec stated volunteers are sought and meetings are open to the public. Councilmember Kims reminded everyone that the town's website is a great resource for residents. Evelyn Hicks, Seneca Creek Road: - NYS law dictates that to serve on a board an individual must be at least 21 years old and a town resident, and there are no other qualifications Deputy Supervisor Greenan a comment from Facebook recognizing and thanking Councilmember Kims for her service to the town COMMUNICATIONS BY BOARD MEMBERS AND DEPARTMENT HEADS Municipal Director of Human Resources Dittmar - Annual Sexual Harassment and Workplace Violence Prevention training is 80% complete Chief Cosgrove - The efforts of Councilmember Kims to lower the speed limit in town will make West Seneca safer - Thanked all who donated to the Toys for Tots and Food Drive sponsored by the Police Department Councilmember Robertson - Recognized Councilmember Kims service on the Town Board - Congratulated Councilmember Piekarec and Zach Armstrong for being name Citizen of the Year in the town 11 Page 14 of 201