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JouN C. Garcia ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICES SHERIFF 10 DELAWARE AVENUE BUFFALO, NEW YORK 14202-3913 UNDERSHERIFE FAX: (716)858-7882 WEBSITE: http://www.erie.gov/sheriff SHERIFF OF Erte CouNTY June 25, 2025 Town of Marilla Zoning Board of Appeals Town Hall 51740 Two Rod Road Marilla, NY 14102 Re: Application for Area Variance 11411 Stolle Road, Town of Marilla, NY Applicant: The William and Diane Hein Foundation Dear Members of the Zoning Board of Appeals: As a Sheriff of Erie County, we have seen the impact on victims in our communit y. We have worked with the organization seeking a variance from the Zoning Board of Appeals for the property located at 11411 Stolle Road for several years. Our detectives and deputies rely on them for services to ensure individuals are provided with the essential support services needed for rehabilitation and restoration. We partner with this organization on a District of Western New York Task Force and they have been a lead provider in our community. Our agency seeks providers who are pro-active in getting the victims help with support services, intensive case management, housing, employment, mental! health, substance use, healthcare, rehabilitation and restorative services. They are a credible, well-managed organization with dedicated, credentialed staff serving the community for 10 years. In addition to that work, the organization has secu rity and safety protocols that align with Our agency and Task Force and they have not had any incidence of danger or harm over the past 10 years. The individuals they serve are in every community in Western New York. This is not just a city issue. This is happening in our Surrounding communities. The organization has a proven track record of providing evidence-based, trauma-informed approach es with qualified staff. The staff demonstrate compassion, competence and a willingness to work in collabora tion with all involved. This housing initiative poses no threat to the neighbors or community. There is no danger and our agency along with other law enforcement partners ensure that proper safety measures are taken. The leader and organization are of upmost character.