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TOWN OF HOLLAND TOWN BOARD MINUTES July 8, 2026
TOWN OF HOLLAND
TOWN BOARD MINUTES
July 8, 2026
REGULAR TOWN BOARD MEETING- Supervisor Geoffrey Hack called the Regular Town Board
Meeting to order at 7:00 p.m., open to the public at the Holland Town Hail, 47 Pearl St., Holland, NY
14080. Roll Call followed.
Town Board Members Present:
Councilwoman Karen Kline
Councilman Bill Kolacki
Councilman Dan Lotito
Councilwoman Lynne Roth
Supervisor Geoffrey Hack
Other Officials Present:
Town Clerk Jill Dix
Highway Superintendent Jason Simmons
Attorney Ron Bennett
Bookkeeper Peg Koss
Planning Board Chairman Marty Regan
Zoning Officer Deputy William Shimburski
Pledge of Allegiance
APPROVAL OF TOWN BOARD MEETING MINUTES
RESOLUTION # 48-2026
Motion made by Councilwoman Kline and seconded by Councilwoman Roth to approve the June
2026 Regular Town Board Meeting Minutes.
5 AYE/ 0 NAY/0 ABSTAIN
MOTION CARRIED
SUPERVISOR’S REPORT
A. Resignation- Bruce Reinagel- Constabulary
RESOLUTION # 49-2026
Motion made by Councilman Kolacki and seconded by Councilman Lotito to accept Bruce
Reinagel’s letter of resignation with regret.
5 AYE/ 0 NAY/ 0 ABSTAIN
MOTION CARRIED
B. Erie County Community Forestry- Holland 66.3% tree coverage canopy
C. Community Center Rentals
RESOLUTION # 50-2026
Motion made by Supervisor Hack and seconded by Councilman Lotito to raise the cost of renting the
Community Center to $250.00 with a $150.00 required deposit effective January 1, 2027.
5 AYE/ 0 NAY/ 0 ABSTAIN
MOTION CARRIED
D. Humphrey Cemetery Celebration August 1°, 2026 at 11am
E. Budget Amendments
RESOLUTION # 51-2026
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TOWN OF HOLLAND TOWN BOARD MINUTES July 8, 2026
Councilwoman Roth motioned to approve the following budget amendments. Councilwoman Kline
seconded the motion.
BUDGET MODIFICATIONS 7/8/2026
GENERAL FUND
A599 Unexpended Fund Balance $34,250.00
A960 Appropriations
A5132.4 Highway Building- Contractual $15,750.00
A7110.4 Parks- Contractual $18,500.00
To fund S&P Ratings for bond/Pickleball Courts
WATER FUND
SW599 Unexpended Fund Balance $47,326.74
SW8310.2 = Water- Capital Improvements $39,500.00
SW8310.23 Water- Special Projects CDBG $7,826.74
To paint water tower/CDBG expenses
5 YEA/0NO/0 ABSTAIN
MOTION CARRIED
RESOLUTION # 52-2026
Motion made by Councilwoman Roth and seconded by Councilwoman Kline to set the 2027
Budget work session for August 24" and August 25" at Spm.
5 AYE/ 0 NAY/ 0 ABSTAIN
MOTION CARRIED
COMMITTEE REPORTS
Buildings- Councilman Kolacki
Constabulary- Councilman Kolacki
Town Park and Community Center- Councilman Lotito
Planning Board- Councilwoman Kline
Environmental Committee- Councilman Lotito
Beautification- Councilwoman Roth
COMMUNICATIONS-
1. Zoning Board of Appeals minutes. 1 variance granted.
BUILDING/ZONING OFFICER —Justin Quant. Report submitted.
AURORA DOG CONTROL OFFICER —Report submitted.
GRANT WRITER - Jill Dix
HIGHWAY SUPERINTENDENT AND FACILITIES- Jason Simmons. Report Submitted.
NEW BUSINESS
A. Wa
OLD BUSINESS
A. nla
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TOWN OF HOLLAND TOWN BOARD MINUTES July 8, 2026
TOWN ATTORNEY- Ron Bennett
TOWN CLERK - Jill Dix
COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC
PAYMENT OF VOUCHERS - The following vouchers were presented for payment:
Abstract 7
General District Claims in the amount of $62,886.07
forth in Abstract A-7
Highway District Claims in the amount of $117,894.42
as set
forth in Abstract DA-7
Water District Claims in the amount of $50,956.03
as set
forth in Abstract SW-7
Light District Claims in the amount of $1,464.11
as set
forth in Abstract SL-7
Garbage District Claims in the amount of $35,275.49
as set
forth in Abstract SR-7
Trust and Agency District Claims in the amount of $8,872.68
as set
forth in Abstract TA-7
RESOLUTION # 53-2026
Motion made by Councilwoman Kline and seconded by Councilman Kolacki resolve the Town of
Holland pay the preceding vouchers.
5 YEA/0 NAY /0 ABSTAIN
MOTION CARRIED
Supervisor Hack adjourned the June Regular Town Board Meeting at 7:31pm in honor of community
members that have passed away.
RESPECTFULLY SUBMITTED,
Jill Dix
Holland Town Clerk
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WATER RATES
2027
Account Set Up Fee: $30.00
Shut Off Fee: $30.00
Minimum for first 5,000 gallons: Zone #1 - $39.93
Then $6.56 per thousand
Zone #2 - $43.20
Then $7.29 per thousand
FLAT RATES — 7%
CAPITAL PROJECT
Residential $39.47 per quarter
Commercial. Institutional with less than 20 sanitary water closets - $77.54
Commercial. Institutional with more than 20 sanitary water closets - $203.65
Tapping Fee $2,500.00 for %”
$2,700.00 for 1”
$3,000.00 minimum for larger than 1” plus time and material
Relevy Fee: $100.00
Late fee interest rate: 10%
Non-Compliance Fee (no return of meter cards): $150 (enacted by TB January 2017)
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RESOLUTION #-2026
Motion made by and seconded by resolve the Town
of Holland, in accordance with New York Town Law, Section 198, has authorized the Erie
County Tax Department to place a lien upon the real property for various unpaid accounts of
water and other charges.
__YEA/__NO/__ ABSTAIN
MOTION CARRIED
TOWN CLERK’S CERTIFICATION
I, Jill Dix, Town Clerk of the Town of Holland, DO CERTIFY, that I have compared the
preceding Resolution with the original thereof filed or recorded in my office in the Town of
Holland, Erie County, New York, on the 12th day of August 2026, and that the same is a true
and correct copy of said original and of the whole thereof.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and the seal of the Town of
Holland this 12th day of August 2026.
Jill Dix, Town Clerk
Town of Holland
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PERM 1 (2/12)
UNDERTAKING
For the benefit of
The New York State Department of Transportation
In connection with work affecting state highways
(For use by New York municipalities and federal agencies
WHEREAS, the undersigned ( Municipality,
County, Town, City or Village, or any agency of the federal government, hereinafter referred to as
“Permittee”) from time to time receives permits from the New York State Department of Transportation
(hereinafter referred to as the "NYSDOT") and otherwise conducts activities and operations upon highways
and/or within right-of-way controlled by the State of New York for such purposes as the obstruction,
installation, construction, maintenance and/or operation of facilities; and
WHEREAS, Permittee’s access and operation upon state right-of-way is conditioned upon compliance
with Highway Law Sections 52, 103, 203 and/or 234, including the conditions that Permittee assume all
responsibility for (a) the temporary control of all modes of traffic (including motorized and non-motorized
travel) affected by Permittee’s operations, (b) complete restoration of state facilities to their condition prior to
permitted use or activity, and (c) all claims, damages, losses and expenses,
NOW, THEREFORE, in relation to all operations and/or actions undertaken within state right-of-
way, Permittee hereby agrees to the following terms and conditions:
1. Permit Applications. Excepting only activities undertaken to protect public safety because of
emergency conditions or incidents, Permittee shall provide timely written notice to NYSDOT of
operations or activities affecting state right-of-way. Under normal circumstances, a minimum of five
business days notice shall be provided. Notification of emergency activities shail be provided to NYSDOT
as soon as practicable after the activity. The Permittee shall apply for project-specific permits for
activities not allowed under any existing annual permit. Such application shall identify proposed project
locations, desired dates/hours, proposed work/activities, traffic control, and site restoration
2. Applicable Rules, Regulations & Conditions. Permittee shall comply with all of the laws, rules
and regulations applicable to construction, maintenance activities and operations and shall further
comply with such terms and conditions that may be imposed by NYSDOT in connection with permitted
activity or operations. Temporary Traffic Control, highway safety appurtenances, and restoration of state
facilities shall be completed in accordance with NYSDOT regulations and standards.
3. Site Restoration. Permittee shall, at its own expense, promptly complete the work allowed
under each permit and, within a reasonable time, restore State property damaged by its work/activities
to substantially the same or equivalent condition as existed before such work was begun as determined
by the Commissioner or his/her designee. In the event that the Permittee fails to so restore damaged
State property within what the Commissioner deems to be a reasonable time, the Commissioner, after
giving written notice to the Permittee, may restore the property to substantially the same or equivalent
condition as existed before the Permittee’s work/activities, in which case, Permittee agrees to reimburse
the reasonable expenses in connection therewith.
NYSDOT PERM 1 (rev, 2/12)
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PERM 1 (2/12)
4, Payment & Release of Liens. Permittee shall be responsible for the payment of all costs and
materials relating to its work in the public right-of-way, and agrees to defend and save harmless NYSDOT against
any and all lien claims made by persons supplying services or materials to Permittee in connection with
Permittee’s work.
5. Indemnity. In addition to the protection afforded to NYSDOT under any available insurance,
NYSDOT shall not be liable for any damage or injury to the Permittee, its agents, employees, or to any other
person, or to any property, occurring on the site or in any way associated with Permittee’s activities or
operations, whether undertaken by Permittee’s own forces or by contractors or other agents working on
Permittee’s behalf. To the fullest extent permitted by law, the Permittee agrees to defend, indemnify and
hold harmless the State of New York, NYSDOT, and their agents from and against all claims, damages, losses
and expenses, including but not limited to, claims for personal injuries, property damage, wrongful death,
and/or environmental claims and attorney fees arising out of any such claim, that are in any way associated
with the Permittee’s, activities or operations under any and all permits issued using this Undertaking.
FURTHERMORE, Permittee hereby warrants that the obligations of this Undertaking are backed by the
full faith and credit of Permittee. Permittee may insure or bond any of the obligations set forth herein, or may
rely upon self-insurance, budgeted funds, or funds for general operations.
This Undertaking shall be applicable to all permitted activities and operations undertaken after the date
of execution and work initiated while this Undertaking is in effect. This Undertaking may be revoked by the
Permittee or rejected by NYSDOT upon thirty days written notice but will continue to apply to all permitted
activities/operations that were permitted by virtue of this Undertaking. Unless terminated for the purpose of
future activities/operations, this Undertaking shall have a term of twenty (20) years and shall be kept on file to
facilitate the issuance of future permits to which it will apply.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, (Municipality-
County, Town, City, Village or federal agency) agrees to the terms of this Undertaking, and has caused its
execution by the authorized officer or employee (attach Resolution of Approval).
Authorized Agent Date
Print Name/Title
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Address Phone number
Address e-mail
NYSDOT PERM 1 (rev. 2/12)
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SEWAH STUDIOS,INC. 190 Millcreek Rd.
Marietta, Ohio
BUILDING A BRIDGE TO THE PAST 740-373-2087
QUOTATION
(Valid 90 Days From Receipt)
Date: 07/23/2026
To: Geoffrey Hack
From: Andrea Stewart
RE: “Fort Humphrey”
Dear Geoffrey,
Thank you for your interest in Sewah Studios and our historical markers. Please find the
information you requested below. If you have any questions or need further clarification, please
do not hesitate to send a message in the Sewah Customer Portal or give me a call at your
convenience.
This quotation is good for 90 days. This price includes delivery to a commercial location that has
a loading dock or has equipment available to remove the marker from the truck. If those
qualifications are not available, we would be happy to deliver to a business or residential
address with a liftgate and an appointment for an additional $200, Thank you and we look
forward to working with you on this project.
New York 18” x 32”, 1.5” Letters, Same Sided $2,170.00
“Etched Plate & Cleanup with Hand painted Logo $425.00
7’ Octagonal Post included
Delivery to Loading Dock or Equipment for Removal included
Total $2,595.00
Sincerely,
Andrea Stewart
*If logo is provided in a black and white, editable Vector File, we can reduce the Etched Plate
price to $175.00
Confidential
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July 2026 Permits
Work Submitted Issued
Municipal address Category type Work target Applicant Status date date
B-2026-42 |0 SANDERS HL Pond New Other Vincent Kirsch Ready to issue 7/1/26
B-2026-43 |13861 SANDERS HL Agricultural building |New Animal confinement Allison Kirsch Permit issued 7/5/26, 7/10/26
B-2026-44 |0 Residential building |Addition {Single-family dwelling |Coralay Construction |Permit issued 7/13/26] 7/14/26
B-2026-45 |29CANADAST Accessory structures {New Pole Barn John Newell Permit issued 7/15/26} 7/15/26
B-2026-46 |7 CHERRYWOOD RDG _ [Residential building Re-roof |Single-family dwelling |Dmitry Dedovets Permit issued 7/22/26 8/4/26
B-2026-47 |103 TAYLOR HTS Accessory structures |New Deck KRS Carpentry Permit issued 7/22/26| 7/22/26
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July 2026 Code Enforcement
Workspace
Municipal address Category Case description Last visit status
CE-2024-7 18 CANADA ST Trash/Debris/Rubbish/Litter Junk on property 9/25/24, 8:04 PM | Active
CE-2024-13 |11732 NORTH CANADA Unsafe Structure Unapproved structure on property Active
CE-2024-21 |51S MAIN ST Trash/Debris/Rubbish/Litter |Open storage of junk/debris Active
CE-2024-23 (9710 VERMONT HL Property Maintenance Vehicle being stored on property 9/15/25, 9:38 AM| Active
CE-2024-34 |7207 HUNTERS CRK RD Unsafe Structure Unsafe structure 11/3/25, 8:55 PM| Active
CE-2024-40 |18 CANADA ST Chickens/Roosters Unsafe structure 12/31/24, 10:24 AM| Active
CE-2025-6 7207 HUNTERS CRK RD Unsafe Structure Building code violation New
CE-2025-19 |7077 OLEAN RD Property Maintenance Exposed septic tank 6/30/25, 11:53 AM | Active
CE-2025-21 |55S MAIN ST Grass/Weeds Exceed 10" Overgrown Lawn 7/29/26, 5:13 PM|Active
CE-2026-1 11586 HOLLAND GLENWOOD RD ___|Unsafe Structure Unsafe Structure Active
CE-2026-2 122 S MAIN ST Property Maintenance Trash stored on property 3/2/26, 1:59 PM|Active
CE-2026-4 9362 S PROTECTION RD Trash/Debris/Rubbish/Litter |Open storage of junk and trash 3/9/26, 11:42 AM | Active
CE-2026-10 |56 WATER ST Property Maintenance High grass, junk in yard 5/27/26, 6:00 PM| Active
CE-2026-11 |11996 HUMPHRIES HILL RD No Permit Building without a permit 6/1/26, 12:32 PM|Active
CE-2026-12 |9954 VERMONT HL Property Maintenance Lawn not being maintained Active
CE-2026-15 |67 PEARL ST Trash/Debris/Rubbish/Litter _|Open storage of junk 6/17/26, 5:36 PM | Active
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Town of Aurora
All Calls & Complaints
Summary Report by Date: 07-01-2026 through 07-31-2026, for Category: HOLLAND DOG CONTROL - HOLLAND DOG
aller Name/Address Date/Phone Notes Closed
Holland Dog Control
irie County Sheriff-Dog running at 07-04-26 Roger called out and impounded the dog. Owner is 07-05-26
‘573 Hunters Creek Rd Josh Wagner, 7207 Hunters Creek Rd, Holland,
SA Dog is a pitbull mix. Dog does not have
Rabies vaccine and is not licensed. Dr. Kanter gave
vaccine on 7/5/26 $20 given to Dr., Took $13 for
license. Given to Jill on 7/6/26 to license dog. License
#1510. Impoundment/kennel fee of $130. "Roscoe"
trie County Sheriff-Plgs running at 07-13-26 7/13/26 Roger received a cail from the sheriff about a 07-14-26
3aunders Hill Rd couple of pigs runnng at large on Sanders Hill Rd,
Holland. They wanted to know if dog control handtes
pigs. They are classified as livestock and we lack
equipment, training and jurisdiction to manage them.
They were advised to call SPCA or DEC for support.
Roger stated if they need him to assist he will help if
he can. 7/14/26 sheriff's department contacted DCO
office and spoke to Dave. He offered to post
something on the DCO Facebook page. The post was
shared many times and reached the owners, who
stated they would retrieve them.
oshua Wagner-tost dog 07-27-26 Rosco slipped his collar and ran off. Okay to give
‘207 Hunters Creek Rd (716)560-0972 number out if someone calls. Brindle pitty with
coonhound spots on feet.
tew York State Police-found dog 07-29-26 Roger was called out by officer Adam Schuler of the 07-29-26
ine Valley Camp Ground NYS police. He had a dog that was found running at
large across from the Pine Valley Camp Grounds.
Roger arrived and took the dog to be impounded. Half
way back he got a call from the sheriff's dept that the
owner was on the other line. He spoke to owner,
Sandy Biackosdki at 12440 Pine Valley Rd, =e
aeneet| Dog is a white Great Pyrenees show dog.
Dog is licensed and updated on Rabies Vac. She
showed proof of license and he charged her $50 . She
had another dog missing, that she was able to track to
shelter 21 at campground. Money given to Steph
7130/26.
Total count: Holland Dog Control
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Highway Superintendent Report for July 2026
Road Work:
Mowed road shoulders.
Gravel ditch 17 Cherrywood Ridge.
Ditch Hawks Hill, Wagner, Parker.
Sent two trucks to Town of Colden to oil & chip.
Blacktop gutter on 9426 Burlingham Rd.
Swept roads in town.
Blacktop shoulder 9345 Burlingham Rd.
Cut shoulders on Burlingham Rd.
Cut shoulders on Day Rd.
Trimmed brush around guard rails on Cherrywood Ridge.
Equipment:
Put new blades on flai! mower.
Fixed spreader plate on 2010 Kenworth.
Fixed road widener for blacktop shoulders.
Fixed hay shredder for highway lawn.
Snow Removal:
N/A
Water:
Monthly reports submitted to the Department of Health.
Monthly samples submitted to the Department of Health.
Worked on Water St. pumphouse improvements.
Gerwitz & McNeil doing electric panel.
Black Rock Controls doing control panel.
Bailey Electric rebuilt backup motor for Burlingham station.
Installed rebuilt motor at Burlingham station.
Facilities:
School stripped and waxed floors at Community Center.
Cut brush at cemetery on Rt. 16.
. Cleaned hockey equipment out of basement at Community Center — blocking panel box.
Installed patriotic marker at Humphrey Cemetery.
Cleaned up Humphrey Cemetery, filled holes.
August Tasks:
Recycle Parker Rd.
Shoulders on Parker Rd.