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Page 94 August 13, 2026 ITEM #3 RESIDENT CONCERNS Concord resident Molly Kruszka advised the Board that there are currently six Flock cameras and more going up each week, which is very concerning. She has reached out to the department in charge of issuing permits with Erie County and they are looking into whether or not permits have been issued. If no permits have been issued or applied for, removal will be ordered. Several towns have been successful in removal. Resident Candace Davies also voiced her concerns over the installation of Flock cameras and would like to know who is installing them and how. Supervisor Drozd has been in communication with the village regarding the cameras. Village Rep Lipka advised that a lot of the cameras are going up on private property and the opinion is both good and bad. The village has not received any permit applications for such cameras, and will continue to work with the town Town Attorney Attea said that the use of Flock cameras is very controversial at this time and it is unclear if the town can adopt a code in regards to such cameras. The board will reach out to Deputy Miller for more information on the cameras. Resident Justin Hintzen addressed the board regarding rumors that he heard the property taxes are going up and would like to know by how much. He asked for clarification on the proposed Local Law to Override the Tax Cap. Supervisor Drozd and Council Member Drake explained this is part of the normal process each year. At this time, a budget has not been finalized; however, to ensure timely processing, we must first vote to override the tax cap in the event that the budget does go over. All budget information is published and available on the website, and will be voted on at a public hearing next month. ITEM #4 HIGHWAY DEPARTMENT a) Hwy Supt Heim asked the Board to receive and file his Highway Report. b) RTI Auctions came to the shop to take pictures of all surplus items from July’s meeting to go up for auction the first week in September. c) Salt pricing for this year was received. Last year, the town paid roughly $65/ton, this year the price is at $95/ton. d) Supt Heim advised that the due to a large hole that recently developed, the salt barn will need further inspection to determine what repairs are needed. Motion by Council Member Zittel, seconded by Council Member Kassel, to receive and file the Highway Department Report. All voting aye. Carried. ITEM #5 OLD BUSINESS a) KBWWTP – Supervisor Drozd advised that there is a meeting setup 8/26/26 with the DEC, MDA and Town Attorney Attea. Town Attorney Attea explained that the NYS DEC imposed a fine based on levels and findings; however, the Town feels that this is unjustified as we had reached out to the DEC on several occasions for guidance and did not receive a response. The only delays in reporting were due to this lack of communication and explanation. The hope is that we are able to get the fines reduced, if not eliminated. Supervisor Drozd advised he also submitted a grant application to help offset the cost of the new plant and has requested assistance in the amount of $360,000.