Village Board minutes — January 12, 2026 (full text)

WORKSHOP- 5pm Purchase New Ambulance Attendance: Anthony Corsaro, Ed Bluff, Kevin Burkley, Andy John, Jessee Chudzik They would like to purchase new Ambulance for $360,000- from a Single Source company, other specs would take 3 years to build. 90 days after agreement the vehicle would be available. This vehicle markets at $405,000 and would take 3 years to build. The current vehicle is not even worth $10,000. $50,000 can be used from the Reserve account to go towards the first payment on the new ambulance.

MINUTES Village of Angola Regular Board Meeting Monday, January 12, 2026 5:30 P.M At Regular meeting of the Village of Angola Board of Trustees held at Village Hall, 41 Commercial Street in Angola, New York, County of Erie on Monday, January 12, 2026 at 5:30PM, there were; PRESENT: Mayor Thomas Whelan, Trustees John Dybowski, Valerie Stonitsch, William Ludwig, and Todd Dybdahl, Nicole Leppard — Clerk Treasurer, John Grennell- Attorney, Jack Krajacic- Crew Chief and Greg Szarowicz - Police Chief. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE was led by Mayor Whelan A motion was made by Mayor Whelan to have an AUDIT OF BILLS, Trustee Dybowski, Trustee Ludwig, Trustee Stonitsch, Trustee Dybdahl and Mayor Whelan said AYE. VISITORS: none New Business: NYMS Projects — Little Village Café Complete-set to open on 4/1 AwWNP Plow Truck Delivery — After January 2026 delivery Pocket Park plans underway — Workshop will be on February 9" @5PM 17 Orchard sidewalk needs replacement after private company paved driveway - Trustee Dybdahl asked attorney to send letter to contractor to repair. 5. Lake Street Spur to connect Village and Town - Town lead applicant on TAP grant application due March 12, 2026 6. Farmer’s Market Grant - Application due March 4, will work with Azalia’s Juicery. REPORTS Code Enforcement ~ excused Trustee Dybowski - no report Trustee Stonitsch - library is looking to move the employee bathroom, marketing underway with economic development to include the town and village. Trustee Dybdahl - received a complaint about people drinking alcohol on Main Street in front of church, police chief advised to have the complainant call the police during problems. He has also been appointed as the Sewer Dept Liaison by the Erie County Sewer Department Trustee Ludwig - United Congregational Church sewer was backed up over the holiday, no problems since. Confirmed that a request to the NFTA was made to move the bus stop in front of municipal parking lot on Main Street when the streetscape project begins. Mayor Whelan - Colvin Cleaner Coat Drive is underway, anyone in need to call Mayor Crew Chief - no report Fire Chief - 2 cardiac saves, members taking EMT classes Police Chief - no report Attorney - no report Clerk Treasurer - budget worksheets have been distributed and working with head departments.

Resolutions Offered on January 12, 2026 #1 Approve Water Rate Increase WHEREAS, The Village Board discussed the Erie County Water increase for 2026 And the Water Rates for all water customers will increase starting with the March 1, 2026 billing cycle. Inside the Village minimum $44.05/1-6000gal, $8.45 per 1000gal after minimum Outside the Village minimum $52.05/1-6000gal, $9.10 per 1000gal after minimum. BE IT RESOLVED The Village Board hereby approves said rate increase of 9% on minimum usage, No changes to any other fees. Trustee Dybowski, Trustee Ludwig, Trustee Dybdahl and Mayor Whelan said AYE. Trustee Stonitsch said Nay #2 AUTHORIZE CLERK TO ADVERTISE BID FOR CONCRETE INSTALL FOR FITNESS COURT RESOLVED, the Village Board approves the Village Clerk Treasurer to submit a Notice to Bidders for the Installation of Concrete for the Fitness Court Project upon completion of plans and specs and approval of such from all necessary entities. Trustee Dybowski, Trustee Ludwig, Trustee Stonitsch, Trustee Dybdahl and Mayor Whelan said AYE. #3 AUTHORIZE CLERK TO ADVERTISE RFP FOR EQUIPMENT INSTALL FOR FITNESS COURT RESOLVED, the Village Board approves the Village Clerk Treasurer to submit a Request for Proposal for the Installation of the fitness equipment for the Fitness Court Project upon completion of plans and specs and approval of such from all necessary entities. Trustee Dybowski, Trustee Ludwig, Trustee Stonitsch, Trustee Dybdahl and Mayor Whelan said AYE. #4 AUTHORIZE AN EASEMENT TO NATIONAL GRID WHEREAS, National Grid has requested an easement from the Village of Angola in order to locate and maintain a portion of its sub-transmission line in the vicinity of Village-owned property located on Gowans Road; and WHEREAS, this easement is necessary to allow National Grid to safely and efficiently provide electric service to the surrounding area; and WHEREAS, the Village of Angola has reviewed the proposed easement agreement and finds that granting said easement will not interfere with Village operations or use of the property; and WHEREAS, as consideration for the easement, National Grid will provide payment to the Village of Angola in the amount of Five Thousand Dollars ($5,000.00); NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Village Board of the Village of Angola hereby authorizes the Mayor to execute and deliver all documents necessary to grant an easement to National Grid for the purpose of locating and maintaining a portion of its sub-transmission line on or across Village-owned property on Gowans Road, in accordance with the terms set forth by National Grid and approved by Village Counsel; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the proceeds in the amount of Five Thousand Dollars ($5,000.00) shall be deposited into the appropriate Village account as determined by the Clerk-Treasurer. Trustee Dybowski, Trustee Ludwig, Trustee Stonitsch, Trustee Dybdahl and Mayor Whelan said AYE.

#5 APPROVE MEMBERSHIP TO FIRE COMPANY RESOLVED, the Village of Angola Board of Trustees approves probationary membership of: Neal VanLew of 88 Grove Street, Angola, NY and Sofia Corsaro of 193 Lake St, Angola, NY. Trustee Dybowski, Trustee Ludwig, Trustee Stonitsch, Trustee Dybdahl and Mayor Whelan said AYE. #6 AUTHORIZE CLERK-TREASURER TO INITIATE RESEARCH ON FINANCING FOR THE PURCHASE OF AN AMBULANCE WHEREAS, the Village of Angola operates and supports emergency medical services for the health, safety, and welfare of its residents; and WHEREAS, there is a need to replace or acquire an ambulance to ensure the continued provision of reliable and effective emergency medical response; and WHEREAS, the Village is considering the purchase of a Braun Type 1 Chief XL Ambulance built on a 2024 Ford F-550 4x4 Diesel Chassis, at an estimated cost of $360,000; and WHEREAS, the Village Board deems it prudent to explore financing options, including but not limited to municipal lease-purchase agreements, installment purchase contracts, or other lawful financing mechanisms, to fund said purchase; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Village Board of the Village of Angola hereby authorizes the Village Clerk-Treasurer to begin research into available financing options for the purchase of a Braun Type 1 Chief XL Ambulance in the amount of up to $360,000; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this authorization is for research and informational purposes only and does not constitute approval of financing or a commitment of Village funds, which shall require further action and approval by the Village Board. Trustee Dybowski, Trustee Ludwig, Trustee Stonitsch, Trustee Dybdahl and Mayor Whelan said AYE. Mayor Whelan made a motion to ADJOURN to a workshop meeting at 5:15PM and a regular board meeting on Monday, February 9, 2026 at 5:30. Respectfully submitted by: , oe) ave Cole ups Nicole Leppard Clerk - Treasurer