HPC 10.7.26 Draft (full text)

WEST SENECA HISTORICAL PRESERVATION COMMISSION - MEETING MINUTES WEST SENECA COMMUNITY CENTER - 1300 UNION ROAD, WEST SENECA, NY 14224 DRAFT DATE October 7, 2026 CALL TO ORDER The regular meeting of the West Seneca Historical Preservation Commission was called to order by Chairperson Lang at 6:39 PM. ROLL CALL Present: 1. Paul Lang, Chairperson 2. Fran D’Amico 3. Michael Siuta Absent: 1. Ray Ball (Excused) 2. Maureen Berbary (Excused) • Scott Robertson (Excused) APPROVAL OF MINUTES Motion by Ms. D’Amico, seconded by Mr. Siuta, to approve the September 2, 2026 meeting minutes. Ayes: All Noes: None Abstain: None Motion: Carried OLD BUSINESS • Demolition Order Update Chairperson Lang reported there is still no update; nor have any correspondence from Town Attorney Chris Trap been received. He will continue to reach out in hopes of providing more substantial update at next meeting. • CLG Grant Application Update Chairperson Lang reported that he believes grant was submitted by the deadline. While he did not receive confirmation specifically he was copied on electronic communication between Town Grant Writer and NY SHPO regarding signature and submission. Chairperson Lang will utilize his contacts with SHPO in attempt to confirm receipt. Definitive schedule for award is unknown but he believes we should be hearing by early December if schedules follows previous years. 1

WEST SENECA HISTORICAL PRESERVATION COMMISSION - MEETING MINUTES WEST SENECA COMMUNITY CENTER - 1300 UNION ROAD, WEST SENECA, NY 14224 DRAFT • Future Local Landmarks for Consideration The Commission continues to research future local landmarks for consideration. Collectively agree that broader focus needs to be advancement of the Historic Districts as this leads to financial incentives but Local Landmarks could provide evidence of momentum in the community. NEW BUSINESS Chairperson Lang asked the Commission to consider candidates to become new members of the Commission. Mr. Siuta offered to discuss potential openings with other Historic Society Members to gauge potential interest. Mr. Lang suggested any interested parties attend future meetings to become familiar with Commission and responsibilities. Would help aid in transition in the future. ISSUES OF THE PUBLIC None received. COMMUNICATIONS BY BOARD MEMBERS None. ADJOURNMENT: Motion by Ms. D’Amico, seconded by Mr. Siuta, to adjourn the meeting at 6:49 PM. Ayes: All Noes: None Abstain: None Motion: Carried Respectfully submitted by Paul Lang Chair of the Historical Preservation Commission 2