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REGULAR BOARD MEETING TOWN HALL AUGUST 19, 2026 7:30 P.M. permission to enter and test their properties, and that the investigation is being handled at the state and federal level by the DEC and EPA. He committed to sharing any further information as it becomes available through the Supervisor’s office and social media. Supervisor Keding acknowledged the speed enforcement activity on South Abbott Road in response to resident requests for speed reduction. Speed complaints have also been received regarding Boston State Road following its recent repaving. Holiday lighting contractor plans to begin installation on August 24th, with completion targeted between September 14th – 18th. Mobile Erie County DMV unit will be hosted at the Town Hall courtroom on September 11th, arranged through a collaboration with Erie County Clerk Mickey Kearns. He encouraged residents to attend and spread the word, noting that a strong turnout would improve prospects for future mobile DMV and future pistol permit licensing visits. Regarding the Water Phase 2 project, the engineering report is complete. Advising residents with flower beds, trees, or other landscaping within road right-of-ways to consider relocating those items, as the upcoming project may require work in those areas. The selected contractor will be required to notify residents directly prior to construction, and that pre- and post- construction photographs will be taken. The Supervisor noted that he and Councilman Penders will be working together in the coming months on EMS contract and fire contracts, in addition to budget season. A new grant opportunity has emerged that may allow the Town to update playground equipment behind Town Hall. He noted the project would be costly — estimated at over $600,000 — due to the requirement that all new equipment be fully ADA accessible. Addressed Highway Superintendent request for a pole barn. Like last time, we’ll have an engineer design something. According to General Municipal Law, it has to go out to bid if it’s over $30,000. Regarding the bucket truck email, I did not have the opportunity to have a conversation with the board. But did have a conversation with Town of Amherst and Town of Aurora, had explored an intergovernmental equipment transfer as a potential alternative. A motion was made by Supervisor Keding and was seconded by Councilwoman Martin to adjourn the meeting at 8:17 p.m. Supervisor Keding Yes Councilwoman Martin Yes Councilman Penders Yes Councilwoman Selby Yes Councilman Stephan Yes five (5) Yes Carried Open Meetings Law, Public Officers Law, Article 7, §106. Minutes. Minutes shall be taken at all open meetings of a public body which shall consist of a record or summary of all motions, proposals, resolutions and any other matter formally voted upon and the vote thereon.