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WEST SENECA COMMUNITY CENTER WEST SENECA ENVIRONMENTAL COMMISSION 1300 UNION ROAD MEETING MINUTES WEST SENECA, NY 14224 FEBRUARY 19, 2026 Chairperson Amadon supported exploring bird boxes, a cleanup, collaboration with Wild Ones and Earth Spirit, and an indoor program at the Community Center gymnasium or the large conference room. Chairperson Amadon proposed tentative dates of April 18, 2026, or April 25, 2026 (Saturdays), with a possible rain date and the option to schedule on a Sunday depending on partner availability and room reservations. This item was tabled to the next meeting for date confirmation and partner commitments. • Recycling Information Provided by Kathleen Duffy Chairperson Amadon reported that Ms. Duffy emailed links to recycling resources and that the Commission will review and post these materials to shared Google Documents. Chairperson Amadon stated that access issues persist for several members and that he will coordinate with Mr. Szablewski to expand editor rights. Mr. Tuberdyke agreed to assist with editing and updates once granted editor access. This item was tabled to the next meeting. GOVERNANCE • Voting In of Evelyn Hicks as Associate Member Motion by Chairperson Amadon, seconded by Ms. Lipiew, to vote Evelyn Hicks in as an associate member of the Environmental Commission. Ayes: All Noes: None Abstain: None Motion: Carried NEW BUSINESS • Buffalo Niagara Waterkeeper Post Chairperson Amadon reported sharing a Buffalo Niagara Waterkeeper Facebook post concerning rescission of the 2009 Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) endangerment finding and noted pending legal challenges. Chairperson Amadon requested member review and comments and suggested sharing the item via the Commission’s Facebook page. Ms. Geller reported that the Environmental Defense Fund (EDF) analysis of New York’s Climate Leadership & Community Protection Act (CLCPA) program projects continued progress from 2026 to 2034. Ms. Geller agreed to circulate the EDF link to the Commission for review. 3