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WEST SENECA COURT ROOM TOWN BOARD 1250 Union Road Meeting Minutes 2026-15 West Seneca, NY 14224 August 10, 2026 indicated there was not an easement on her property and she believes that the courtesy of requesting her permission, would have improved the situation. Supervisor Dickson stated the engineering department has been in communication with Ms. Telaak but suggested the issue with the hedges was not known. Further, the existing sewer line is within 8' of Ms. Telaak's foundation and is sagging; the new sewer is being built farther from the house and fixing the sag, and fixing the property would be accomplished after the project. Supervisor Dickson asked Mr. Trapp to speak about the town's responsibility to repair facilities. Mr. Trapp stated the town has the right under the easement for the construction and repair of the sewer, and one of the requirements is to repair/replace damaged property. Supervisor Dickson stated that if the plants cannot be replaced, the town may build a fence. Ms. Telaak stated that during a discussion she was assured that the hedges would not be impacted and expressed concerns about the sewer line failing. Supervisor Dickson stated the town would make things right on her property. Ms. Telaak asked if the town has the right to occupy her private property. Mr. Trapp stated within the context of repairing within the easement or right-of-way. Ms. Telaak stated she has not yet seen the easement and continued to insist there is not an easement on her property. Mr. Foote stated this will be provided with her FOIL request. Mr. Trapp stated that some easements are so old they are not indicated on newer surveys. Ms. Telaak handed a complaint/inquiry to Town Clerk Newton. Ms. Telaak asked if this project would solve the problems in her neighborhood, including sewer back- ups. Supervisor Dickson stated much work has been completed, and the town is no longer receiving complaints. The current project should benefit residents further upstream. Beverly Leising, Harwood Road: - The presentation by Mr. Richert about the deer cull program was excellent and is happy to hear that the program will be expanding - Requested a time frame for a financial report from the Civic and Patriotic Commission, specifically regarding $38,000 received by the town - Supervisor Dickson stated Councilmember Breidenstein would provide a report. - Will the expiring contract with the Civic and Patriotic Commission be amended to include financial reports - Mr. Trapp stated negotiations will begin this fall. - Part D Medicare will be reversed in January, expressed concern about rising costs of medication, and called for action to counter this to be taken now - Need organizations to help seniors David Klawitter, South Warren Avenue: - Congratulated the town for creating the fitness room and asked what employees are eligible to use the facility - Supervisor Dickson stated this was an initiative of the PBA. Chief Cosgrove stated full time town employees can use the facility. Mr. Klawitter asked why part-time employees are not eligible and suggested this be considered. Chief Cosgrove stated Assistant Chief Pelow made this recommendation. 4