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EC.02.19.2026.Minutes.Approved

Government
Town of West Seneca
Board
Environmental Commission
Meeting
Feb 19, 2026, 6:30 p.m.
Posted by publisher
Sep 4, 2026
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Minutes
Topics
Parks and recreation

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WEST SENECA COMMUNITY CENTER  WEST SENECA ENVIRONMENTAL COMMISSION
1300 UNION ROAD  MEETING MINUTES
WEST SENECA, NY 14224  FEBRUARY 19, 2026

  •  Heat Mapping Survey
Ms. Lipiew summarized Erie County’s heat mapping presentation; that areas in Buffalo with
lower tree canopy exhibit higher heat exposure and reduced nocturnal cooling, with conditions
improving as tree cover increases.
Mr. Taylor agreed to contact Erie County staff to obtain official heat maps and related materials
for posting to the Commission’s shared drive and potential use in Earth Day presentations.

ADJOURNMENT
Motion by Ms. Lipiew, seconded by Mr. Taylor, to adjourn the meeting at 7:11 PM.
Ayes: All  Noes: None  Abstain: None  Motion: Carried

  Respectfully submitted by Matthew Fincel, Secretary to the Environmental Commission

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