Village Board agenda — September 21, 2026 (full text)
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AGENDA
Village Board of East Aurora
September 21, 2026, Regular Meeting at 7 pm
1. CALL MEETING TO ORDER
A. Pledge of Allegiance
B. Roll Call
2. PUBLIC HEARINGS
A. Consider a Site Plan Application for 63 South Grove, David Surpinski, for deck reconstruction for the Addition
B. Consider a Site Plan application for a wireless facility at the utility pole at 30 Buffalo.
C. Consider a Site Plan application for a wireless facility at the utility pole at 340 Prospect.
D. Consider a Site Plan application for a wireless facility at the utility pole at 114 North Willow.
E. Consider a Site Plan application for 206 Main Street, Ryan Kanowski, to modify the facade that includes the installation of a 10'x12' roll-up door, a
double door, and to extend the wall and roof for the enlargement of the interior stairway.
F. Consider a Special Use Permit for 206 Main Street, Dylan Smith and Paige Lingenfelter, tenants of West End Social, for a restaurant with indoor and
outdoor dining with no change to the current parking allotment.
G. Consider Keeping Other than Household Pets Permit-6 Hens, 281 Olean, Virginia Coleman & Ryan Aures.
3. SPEAKERS & COMMUNICATIONS – Agenda items only
4. CONSENT CONSIDERATIONS
A. Approval of Minutes of Village Board Meeting for September 8, 2026.
B. Approval of Payment for September 21, 2026, Abstract 2026/2027 fiscal year for a total of $91,865.25.
C. Approval of a Determination of Non-Significance pursuant to the State Environmental Quality Review Act in the matter of 63 South Grove, David
Surpinski, for deck reconstruction for the addition.
D. Approve a Site Plan Application for 63 South Grove, David Surpinski, for deck reconstruction for the Addition
E. Approval of a Determination of Non-Significance pursuant to the State Environmental Quality Review Act in the matter of a wireless facility at the utility
pole at 30 Buffalo.
F. Approve a Site Plan application for a wireless facility at the utility pole at 30 Buffalo.
G. Approval of a Determination of Non-Significance pursuant to the State Environmental Quality Review Act in the matter of a wireless facility at the utility
pole at 340 Prospect.
H. Approve a Site Plan application for a wireless facility at the utility pole at 340 Prospect.
I. Approval of a Determination of Non-Significance pursuant to the State Environmental Quality Review Act in the matter of a wireless facility at the utility
pole at 114 North Willow.
J. Approve a Site Plan application for a wireless facility at the utility pole at 114 North Willow.
K. Approve Keeping Other than Household Pets Permit- 6 hens, 281 Olean, Virginia Coleman & Ryan Aures.
L. Refer a Site Plan Application to the PC on October 8 for a “micro cell” at the 268 Main Street utility pole for Verizon.
M. Permission for the Fire Chief to take his village vehicle to Gouldsboro, PA, to attend a heavy vehicle extraction training from October 16-18, 2026.
N. Approve a resolution to surplus a 2020 Ford Police Interceptor SUV -6106 for auction.
O. Approve a Temporary Use Permit for the GDAC for an event at Fireman’s Field on September 27, 2026.
5. OFFICIAL CONSIDERATIONS
A. Permission for the Mayor or designee to sign a contract with GoNetSpeed for a 5-year contract for internet service
B. Set a public hearing on a local law regarding aggressive panhandling
C. Adopt the Memorial Tree, Bike Rack and Bench Policy
D. Appoint Capital Committee members
I. Kristin Cameron- 1-year term to expire April 5, 2027
II. Ryan Kamp- 1-year term to expire April 5, 2027
III. Daniel Castle- 1-year term to expire April 5, 2027
IV. Thomas Ruhland- 3-year term to expire April 2, 2029
V. Michael Macaluso- 2-year term to expire April 3, 2028
VI. Peter Dechert- 1-year term to expire April 5, 2027
E. Permission for the Mayor to sign an agreement with Community Solar
6. OLD BUSINESS
A. Pine and Girard All-Way Stop
7. NEW BUSINESS
A. Liquor License GADC
8. SPEAKERS & COMMUNICATIONS (II)
9. DEPARTMENT HEAD REPORT
10. EXECUTIVE SESSION
11. ADJOURNMENT
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TOWN OF AURORA
575 OAKWOOD AVENUE, EAST AURORA, NY 14052
BUILDING DEPARTMENT
(716) 652-7591
MEMO
TO: Mayor Wochensky and Village Board Members
FROM: Richard Miga, Assistant Code Enforcement Officer
DATE: July 1, 2026
The Building Department has accepted a Site Plan application from Jared C. Lusk Esq., project
attorney for small wireless facility at the utility pole at 30 Buffalo Road. The application referred
to as the “NOVA Park Micro” is for a micro cell wireless telecommunication antenna and
associated equipment on an existing 43’ high NYSEG owned utility pole. This small wireless
facility will have an antenna mounted approximately 33.7’ from grade and associated equipment
mounted to the utility pole with an aggregate volume of less than 28 cubic area.
Village Code section 270-4A requires the application to be referred to the Planning Commission
for their review and recommendation. After which a public hearing is required prior to a decision
by the Village Board. VEA code 285-51.6A.
Village Code section 285-50.4C(3) requires the Village to submit the application to the Erie
County Department of Environment and Planning for review and comment due to proximity to a
State Highway (Main Street/16).
This is an Unlisted action for purposes of SEQR.
If you have any questions, please contact me at 652-7591.
Richard Miga
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TOWN OF AURORA
575 OAKWOOD AVENUE, EAST AURORA, NY 14052
BUILDING DEPARTMENT
(716) 652-7591
MEMO
TO: Mayor Wochensky and Village Board Members
FROM: Richard Miga, Assistant Code Enforcement Officer
DATE: July 2, 2026
The Building Department has accepted a Site Plan application from Jared C. Lusk Esq., project
attorney for small wireless facility at the utility pole at 340 Prospect Ave. The application
referred to as the “Oakleeds Micro” is for a micro cell wireless telecommunication antenna and
associated equipment on an existing 38.5’ high NYSEG owned utility pole. This small wireless
facility will have an antenna mounted approximately 29.2’ from grade and associated equipment
mounted to the utility pole with an aggregate volume of less than 28 cubic area.
Village
Village Code section 270-4A requires the application to be referred to the Planning Commission
for their review and recommendation. After which a public hearing is required prior to a decision
by the Village Board. VEA code 285-51.6A.
This is an Unlisted action for purposes of SEQR.
If you have any questions, please contact me at 652-7591.
Richard Miga
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TOWN OF AURORA
575 OAKWOOD AVENUE, EAST AURORA, NY 14052
BUILDING DEPARTMENT
(716) 652-7591
MEMO
TO: Mayor Wochensky and Village Board Members
FROM: Richard Miga, Assistant Code Enforcement Officer
DATE: July 13, 2026
The Building Department has accepted a Site Plan application from Jared C. Lusk Esq., project
attorney for small wireless facility at the utility pole at 114 North Willow Street. The application
referred to as the “Perrysadale Micro” is for a micro cell wireless telecommunication antenna
and associated equipment on a new 38.5’ high NYSEG owned utility pole. This small wireless
facility will have an antenna mounted approximately 30.8’ from grade and associated equipment
mounted to the utility pole with an aggregate volume of less than 28 cubic area.
Village Code section 270-4A requires the application to be referred to the Planning Commission
for their review and recommendation. After which a public hearing is required prior to a decision
by the Village Board. VEA code 285-51.6A.
This is an Unlisted action for purposes of SEQR.
If you have any questions, please contact me at 652-7591.
Richard Miga
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TOWN OF AURORA
575 OAKWOOD AVENUE, EAST AURORA, NY 14052
BUILDING DEPARTMENT
(716) 652-7591
MEMO
TO: Mayor Wochensky and Village Trustees
FROM: Richard Miga, Assistant Code Enforcement Officer
DATE: July 14, 2026
The Building Department has accepted a Site Plan application from Ryan Kanowski of 206
EANY, LLC, prope1iy owner of206 Main Street. The request is to modify the west exterior
fas;ade that includes the installation ofa 10'x12' roll-up door, a double door, and the extend the
exterior wall and rooffor the enlargement ofthe interior stairway.
Village Code section 285-50.4C requires the Village to submit the applications to Erie County
Depa1iment of Environment and Planning for their review and comment due to proximity to a
State highway.
Village Code section 285-51.5 requires the application to be referred to the Planning
Commission for their recommendation. After which a public hearing is required prior to a
decision by the Village Board.
This is an Unlisted action for purposes ofSEQR.
If you have any questions, please contact me at 652-7591.
Richard Miga
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TOWN OF AURORA
575 OAKWOOD AVENUE, EAST AURORA, NY 14052
BUILDING DEPARTMENT
(716) 652-7591
MEMO
TO: Mayor Wochensky and Village Trnstees
FROM: Richard Miga, Assistant Code Enforcement Officer
DATE: July 14, 2026
The Building Department has received and reviewed a Special Use Permit (SUP) application
from Dylan Smith and Paige Lingenfelter ofWest End Social, and new tenant at 206 Main
Street. The property is now under new ownership of206 EANY, LLC. The SUP application is
not changing the use ofthe space from the previously granted SUP for Mister's, as a restaurant
with indoor and outdoor dining and there is no change to the current parking allotment. The
request is to have hours of operation between noon-2 am, Sunday through Saturday, 20
employees, and a total of206 indoor seating (tables and bar area), and 16 outdoor seating in the
existing front patio.
Village Code section 285-50.4C requires the Village to submit the applications to Erie County
Department ofEnvironment and Planning for their review and comment due to proximity to a
State highway.
Village Code section 285-52.3B states that the Village Board may refer the Special Use permit
application to the Planning Commission for their review and recommendation. The Village
Board shall then schedule a public hearing for the application.
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Ifyou have any questions, please contact me at 652-7591.
Richard Miga
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Application Fee $25.00 ~/r--'---
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VILLAGE OF EAST AURORA, 585 OAKWOOD AVE, EAST AURORA, NY 14052
APPLICATION FOR PERMIT FOR KEEPING OTHER THAN HOUSEHOLD PETS
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LIST NAMES AND ADDRESSES OF ALL NEIGHBORS: {Attach list to application}
It is understood that if this pe1111it is granted, it will only apply to what has been specifically listed above and will automatically expire
when/if any of the above info1111ation changes.
Applicant agrees to allow duly authorized official(s) of the Village of East Aurora to inspect the premises and the site proposed/or
the keeping ofother than household pets as a part of processing this application.
Applicant hereby certifies that he or she is the applicant, and that the information contained in this application is true and correct.
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York 14052. *The Village Board of Trustees reserves the rig! t t require a public hearing.
**§104-3 A of the Village Code: No person or persons shall keep or house horses, cattle, swine, poultry, pigeons or any other animals
or bees other than household pets \Vithin the limits of the Village of East Aurora without a permit from the Board of T1ustees, after
investigation., that the keeping of the animal or animals or bees in question will not be objectionable or offensive by reasons of noise,
smell or other cause. Such a permit shall be revocable at any time by the Board of Trustees.
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Overhead view and approximate property line (yellow) of 281
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Total distance: 208.84 ft (63.65 m)
Proximity to abutting property at 271 Olean St (owner Noreen
Feguson): 157 Feet
Proximity to abutting property at 297 Olean St (owner
unknown): 267 Feet
This house has been unoccupied since we moved to Olean St in
2020. We believe this property changed hands earlier in 2026
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but public information about the owners is limited. We did
contact someone who seemed associated with the property on
Facebook (Sydney Lydell), no response has been received.
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Current Resident Current Resident
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315 Olean St 258 Olean SI
East Aurora, NY 14052
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304 Olean St 254 Olean SI
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294 Olean St 312 Olean St
East Aurora, NY 14052 East Aurora, NY 14052
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297 Olean St Olean St
East Aurora, NY 14052 East Aurora, NY 14052
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288 Olean SI 263 Olean St
East Aurora, NY 14052 East Aurora, NY 14052
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284 Olean St 271 Olean St
East Aurora, NY 14052 East Aurora, NY 14052
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270 Olean St 227 Olean St
East Aurora, NY 14052 East Aurora, NY 14052
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266 Olean St 281 Olean SI
East Aurora, NY 14052 East Aurora, NY 14052
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8/4/2026
Board of Trustees,
I am writing to request a permit for 6 egg-laying chickens in my backyard at 281 Olean St in
the village of East Aurora. Chickens would occupy a chicken coop and fenced-in run at the
back of my property and would be raised for the purpose of producing fresh eggs. My
property extends back roughly 300 feet back from Olean St., and the hens would be located
towards the back edge of my property. This area is not visible from the road.
We would like to have chickens for a few reasons:
• Fresh, high-quality eggs for our family of four
• A fun and educational learning experience for our children
• Raising chickens can be a source of entertainment and a fulfilling activity for our
family, friends, and guests
After reviewing the village code and consulting with the village office, I was provided with a
list of properties that would need to sign off on our request in order to receive a permit
without a public hearing. One or more of the properties on that list is currently unoccupied,
including the abutting property at 297 Olean St. As such, I am requesting a public hearing
for my request. I did obtain signatures from the owners of the two occupied houses within
225 feet of the proposed location, who are both in support.
Respectfully,
The Aures Family (Ryan, Virginia, Kara (14), and Cole (11))
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Adjacent Property Review
By signing this form, I (Name Below) certify that I have discussed the location and use of a
chicken coop and egg laying hens located in the backyard of 281 Olean St, East Aurora, NY
with the property owners, Ryan Aures and Virginia Coleman. The chicken coop shall be over
100 feet from any dwellings on my property (Address below), and there will be no more than
4 chickens which shall remain in a contained area. There will at no point be roosters
present on their property.
Name Address Signature Date
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VILLAGE OF EAST AURORA
VILLAGE BOARD MEETING
September 8, 2026 – 7:00 PM
Present:
Trustee Lazickas
Trustee Cameron
Trustee Bojanowski
Trustee Kamp
Trustee Viger
Trustee Root
Mayor Wochensky
Also Present:
Maureen Jerackas, Clerk-Treasurer
Jessica Tufte- Village Administrator
Kevin Rautenstrauch- Village Attorney
Patrick Welch, Police Chief
Jeff Stoll- General Foreman
Liz Cassidy, Code Enforcement Officer
33 Members of the public
PROCLAMATIONS
• Police Chief Welch spoke about two members of the East Aurora Police Department retiring: Police
Officer Richard Gottstine, with his 27 years of service, and Detective Paul O’Brien, with his 20 years of
service with the East Aurora Police Department. Mayor Wochensky presented both with proclamations.
SPEAKERS & COMMUNICATIONS (I) – Agenda Items Only
• No public comment
CONSENT CONSIDERATIONS
• A Motion by Trustee Cameron to approve all consent agenda items,
o Approval of Minutes of Village Board Meeting for August 17, 2026
o Approval of Payment for September 8, 2026, Abstract 2026/2027 fiscal year for a total of
$230,499.55
o Approve the Demo/Substantial Modification to the residence at 177 Elmwood, demolition for an
addition.
o Approve the Demo/Substantial Modification to the residence at 158 West Fillmore, demolition
for an addition.
o Approve the Demo/Substantial Modification to the residence at 192 Center, demolition for a new
structure.
o Approve a Temporary Use Permit for Erie Cattaraugus Trail Association – Doug Bush, October
3, 2026, 8:00-10:30 am for the EA2EVL Fondo charity bike ride.
o Permission for the Mayor to sign the STOP DWI contract with Erie County for 2026
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o Pro-Housing Communities Resolution
RESOLUTION No: 202709012026
Trustee Cameron moved and Trustee Lazickas seconded that
WHEREAS, the Village of East Aurora believes that the lack of housing for New York residents
of all ages and income levels negatively impacts the future of New York State’s economic
growth and community well-being;
WHEREAS, the housing crisis has negative effects at regional and local levels, we believe that
every community must do their part to contribute to housing growth and benefit from the
positive impacts a healthy housing market brings to communities;
WHEREAS, we believe that supporting housing production of all kinds in our community will
bring multiple benefits, including increasing housing access and choices for current and future
residents, providing integrated accessible housing options that meet the needs of people with
sensory and mobility disabilities, bringing economic opportunities and vitality to our
communities, and allowing workers at all levels to improve their quality of life through living
closer to their employment opportunities;
WHEREAS, we believe that evidence showing that infill development that reduces sprawl and
supports walkable communities has significant environmental and public health benefits; and
WHEREAS, we believe that affirmatively furthering fair housing and reducing segregation is not
only required by law, but is essential for keeping our community strong and vibrant;
NOW, THEREFORE, IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED that Village of East Aurora, in order to take
positive steps to alleviate the housing crisis, adopts the Pro-Housing Communities pledge, which
will have us endeavor to take the following important steps:
1. Streamlining permitting multifamily housing, affordable housing, accessible housing,
accessory dwelling units, and supportive housing.
2. Adopting policies that affirmatively further fair housing.
3. Incorporating regional housing needs into planning decisions.
4. Increasing development capacity for residential uses.
5. Enacting policies that encourage a broad range of housing development, including multifamily
housing, affordable housing, accessible housing, accessory dwelling units, and supportive
housing.
o Set a public hearing on October 5, 2026 to consider project ideas for CDBG funding.
o Approve budget adjustments for the 2025/2026 Fiscal Year
Budget Transfers 2026-2027
FROM TO
A.5.1210.0440 Mayor- Training, Travel, Dues $ 500.00 A.5.1210.0434 Mayor- Telephone $ 500.00
A.5.1990.0400 Contingency $25,000.00 A.5.1325.0420 Village Admin- Maint Contract & Repairs $ 25,000.00
A.5.1990.0400 Contingency $20,000.00 A.5.1420.0411 Village Atty- Other Legal Council $ 20,000.00
A.5.1420.0110 Village Atty- Salaries & Wage $21,500.00 A.5.1420.0410 Village Atty- Contract Svcs $ 21,500.00
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MODIFY 2025/2026 BUDGET
Trustee Cameron, offered the following resolution and moved for its adoption:
BE IT RESOLVED, the Clerk–Treasurer is hereby authorized to modify the 2026/2027 Budget
in the following manner:
Revenue – 4.2702 DEA Reimbursement - $ 3479.53
Expenditures – 5.3120.0140 Police Overtime - $3,479.53
DEA OT Reimbursement
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Revenue – 4.2702 DEA Reimbursement - $ 6084.45
Expenditures – 5.3120.0140 Police Overtime - $ 6084.45
DEA OT Reimbursement
Revenue – 4.2702 DEA Reimbursement - $ 1,365.12
Expenditures – 5.3120.0140 Police Overtime - $ 1365.12
DEA OT Reimbursement
Revenue – 4.2680 Insurance recoveries - $ 3,550.00
Expenditures – 5.9060.0805 Insurance - $ 3,550.00
Reimbursement
Revenue – 4.2665 Sale of excess equipment - $ 14,450.00
Expenditures – 5.5142.0470 Snow removal supplies - $ 14,450.00
Reimbursement
The following resolution was seconded by Trustee Lazickas and unanimously approved
o Approve Village Administrator Jessica Tufte to participate in the Climate Education &
Community Engagement Civic Ecology Lab, September 8--October 4th, the cost of the lab is
$90.
o Approve the promotion of Peter Calleri of the DPW to MEO Position effective September 9th,
2026
o Accept the resignation of Police Detective Paul O’Brien effective September 5, 2026
The foregoing motions and resolutions were seconded by Trustee Lazickas and unanimously
approved.
OFFICIAL CONSIDERATIONS
• A motion by Trustee Kamp to give Permission for the Mayor or designee to sign a contract with Barton
and Loguidice for a study on an all-way stop at the corner of Pine and Girard, seconded by Trustee Root
and unanimously approved.
o Mayor Wochensky spoke about the current status of the stop sign. Trustee Kamp noted that the
concerns of the residents were not considered when the study was done by the county but that the
engineers will look into those concerns. The Village Board discussed what needs to be reviewed
to make a safe decision. The engineer reviewed what the almost $6,000 scope would cover and
that the higher amount proposal of $15,000 would have overlap with the county work. Trustee
Lazickas asked if software would be used, and the engineer said yes that a form of software
would be used in their evaluation.
• A motion by Trustee Lazickas to give Permission for the Mayor or designee to sign the Climate Smart
Communities Pledge;
WHEREAS, the Village of East Aurora (hereinafter “local government”) believes that climate change
poses a real and increasing threat to our local and global environments and is primarily due to the
burning of fossil fuels; and
WHEREAS, the effects of climate change will endanger our infrastructure, economy, and livelihoods;
harm our farms, orchards, and ecological communities, including native fish and wildlife populations;
spread invasive species and exotic diseases; reduce drinking water supplies and recreational
opportunities; and pose health threats to our citizens; and
WHEREAS, we believe that our response to climate change provides us with an unprecedented
opportunity to save money, and to build livable, energy-independent and secure communities, vibrant
innovation economies, healthy and safe schools, and resilient infrastructures; and
WHEREAS, we believe the scale of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions reductions required for climate
stabilization will require sustained and substantial efforts; and
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WHEREAS, we believe that even if emissions were dramatically reduced today, communities would
still be required to adapt to the effects of climate change for decades to come,
IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED that Village of East Aurora , in order to reduce greenhouse gas emissions
and adapt to a changing climate, adopts the New York State Climate Smart Communities pledge, which
comprises the following ten elements:
1) Build a climate-smart community.
2) Inventory emissions, set goals, and plan for climate action.
3) Decrease energy use.
4) Shift to clean, renewable energy.
5) Use climate-smart materials management.
6) Implement climate-smart land use.
7) Enhance community resilience to climate change.
8) Support a green innovation economy.
9) Inform and inspire the public.
10) Engage in an evolving process of climate action.
Seconded by Trustee Bojanowski and unanimously approved.
o Mayor Wochensky reviewed that the Village passed this in 2010 but that the Village is going to
work toward achieving a bronze status certification.
• A motion by Trustee Viger to give Permission for the Mayor to sign a Master Service Agreement with
Barton Loguidice for the Police Station Building evaluation for $28,400, including hazardous materials
and testing fees, seconded by Trustee Kamp and unanimously approved.
o Mayor Wochensky reviewed the status of the project to be a road map of all we need to do to get
this building up to date.
• A motion by Trustee Cameron to approve the Bylaws of the Parks and Open Space Committee,
seconded by Trustee Root and unanimously approved.
• A motion by Trustee Root to Appoint Parks and Open Space Committee Members:
o Rachelle Francis, 225 Sycamore Street, 1-year term to expire April 5, 2027
o Tim Glaudemans, 729 Warren Drive, 2-year term to expire April 3, 2028
o Zach Goodrich, 533 Prospect Avenue, 3-year term to expire April 2, 2029
o Andrea O Súilleabháin, 503 Griggs Place, 3-year term to expire April 2, 2029
o Colleen Raleigh, 181 Sycamore Street, 2-year term to expire April 3, 2028
o Nancy Smith, 176 Sycamore Street, 1-year term to expire April 2, 2027
o The Village Board discussed the terms. Trustee Cameron said that the bylaws required a
staggered start and then 3-year terms after.
Seconded by Trustee Lazickas and unanimously approved.
OLD BUSINESS
• NYSEG Collaboration- Mayor Wochensky spoke about the agreement with NYSEG. James Cerroni, the
municipal and community relations manager, spoke about this presentation and agreement. Ashley
Wein, manager of vegetation management, said that she is meeting with the tree crews to go over this
agreement, ensuring that they understand, and then will begin doing some of the tree trimming that was
discussed. She said that she will be working with the Village to do tree plantings and potentially Arbor
Day and Earth Day events. Any resident concerns will be directed to NYSEG and their arborist. Mayor
Wochensky spoke about the collaboration with NYSEG and working through issues. Trustee Root said
that this is an agreement that the Village can be proud of.
NEW BUSINESS
• Erie County Notice of Agricultural Districts- Mayor Wochensky read the document from the county:
30-DAY PERIOD FOR INCLUSION OF PREDOMINANTLY VIABLE AGRICULTURAL
LANDS INTO EXISTING AGRICULTURAL DISTRICTS
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Per New York State Agriculture and Markets Law Section 303-b, the Erie County Legislature
designated September 1 through September 30 as the annual thirty-day period during which landowners
may submit requests to include predominantly viable agricultural land into an existing certified
agricultural district.
Copies of the application form have been provided to Municipal Clerks, Assessors, and Chief Elected
Officials for distribution to interested landowners. The application is also available online at
www.erie.gov/agenrollment.
The Erie County Department of Environment and Planning will accept applications from September 1
through September 30. Any questions on this process should be directed to the Erie County Department
of Environment and Planning.
A public hearing will be scheduled at a later date to consider all requests and recommendations of the
Erie County Agricultural and Farmland Protection Board.
CONTACT:
Sarah Gatti, Principal Planner
Erie County Environment & Planning
95 Franklin Street, 10th Floor
Buffalo, NY 14202
Phone: (716) 858-6014
Fax: (716) 858-7248
Email: [email protected]
• Community Solar Presentation- Brad Tito made a presentation about the community solar program.
Mayor Wochensky spoke about his own experiences with his home and with the town. Village Board
decided to put this on the next agenda.
• Panhandling Law- Mayor Wochensky noted that this is more of an aggressive panhandling law. Police
Chief Welch reviewed the status of the issues in the Village that are beyond basic panhandling and are
aggressive. He spoke about the rural outreach center and ways to curb aggressive panhandling. Trustee
Kamp asked about other municipalities’ policies. Police Chief Welch spoke about areas across the state
that have these laws. Mayor Wochensky said that Village Administrator Tufte and Village Attorney
Rautenstrauch were currently working on the wording. Mayor Wochensky would like to schedule a
public hearing at the next meeting.
• Memorial Tree Bench Policy- Mayor Wochensky said that he is working with Village Administrator
Tufte to make this policy for memorial trees, benches, and bike racks. He said that he would like that on
the next meeting.
SPEAKERS & COMMUNICATIONS
• Karen Spencer- 31 Hamlin Ave- She said that she did not receive a mailing about the public hearing for
206 Main and went to the Village Clerk's office today for a FOIL. She spoke about the SUP Memo and
about her concerns about noise and parking at 206 Main Street.
• Holly Schintzius- 31 North Willow- She sent an email requesting a zoning change. The concerns are that
she believes 206 Main Street should be considered a high-intensity use and entertainment use, not just a
restaurant. She believes the noise and parking situation are a big problem.
• Alaina Smith- 54 Hamlin- She has concerns about pedestrians walking in the area of 206 Main Street.
When she called the state, they said that the Village had to request pedestrian crossing devices in that
area. She also would not like a concert venue there either.
• Jim Suttell- 69 Hamlin- He noted that 206 Main Street has become a problem and is worried it will get
worse. He thanked the Village DPW, the EAPD, and the Village support at the Toytown Car Show;
without the Village's cooperation, it would not happen.
• Mary Ann Colopy- HPC Chairwoman- She reviewed the current status of the National Historic District
on Main Street and said that the vote was being held on Wednesday. The district goes from Olean Street
up to Riley.
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• Gary Wiest- 170 West Fillmore- He is concerned about the mess left over after the events that have been
held at 206 Main Street and the noise if the garage doors are opened.
• Ryan Kanowski- 206 Main Owner- He said that his intentions are to make 206 Main Street better and
more beautiful. He said that they are not trying to keep Misters alive and said that the doors will be
closed when they have music. They want to do bridal showers, fundraisers, and community events.
Mayor Wochensky spoke about the process and hearing the public’s comments. He spoke about road
crossing concerns, said that was part of the Blue Zone plan, and talked about a Z crossing.
Department Head and Trustee Reports
General Foreman- He said that they are working on storm drainage and working on a storm line on Girard that
is starting to collapse. The DPW spread about 80 yards of certified cushion compost a couple of weeks back,
and it turned out really nice. The stop signs were installed, and he thanked Trustee Lazickas for letting them put
a giant sign in his front yard for two weeks. He has been working on our tree inventory for that grant. The price
for salt this year rose about 40%, and it is going to be a tough year for that. He also said that gasoline in the past
two months rose 40 cents, and their last bill was almost $1,200 more.
Police Chief- He spoke about Patrol Officer Foster being promoted to detective and being the first woman in
East Aurora to be a police detective. She is great with kids and will also be a juvenile detective as well. He said
that one of the new officers has been trained in car seat safety and installation; there is an event at the East
Aurora Fire Department from 9 a.m.- 12 p.m. for car seat safety checks. The Police Department is planning for
the Borderlands Festival that is coming up and working with other agencies to be prepared. He said that he has
been working with Robyn Drake over the past month and has successfully filed for a grant for $125,000 for new
body cameras and car cameras. The police department has been working with the Pedestrian Bike Board to
make a trick-or-treating plan in the Village. He said that the HPC is looking into public government buildings
and historic preservation grants for the police station building.
Code Enforcement- None
Village Administrator- She said that she is still getting used to everything and thanked Maureen for teaching
her the process of things.
Clerk- Treasurer- She said that she has been training the new Village Administrator.
Trustee Lazickas- none
Trustee Cameron- She asked if the HPC has had any updates on the Stonegate Mansion. Chairwoman Colopy
said that Lisa, whom she was dealing with over at Stonegate, said that there has been no communication from
the board of directors on the future of the mansion and is very frustrated. She said that if they try to landmark it
again, people will come out against it like last time. Chairwoman Colopy said that the former Village Attorney
never got a determination on having 87 people own that building and that they are not any further along or have
any more information than they did 6 months ago. Trustee Cameron said that she is concerned over the growing
use of AI for public-facing communication.
Trustee Root- She said that she gave out the awards at the car show and that it was wonderful to be a part of the
event. She went with Village Administrator Tufte to meet small business owners and get input on the
community.
Trustee Viger- She asked if the police department can do more monitoring of the crosswalks because of kids
going back to school. Police Chief Welch spoke about social media education.
Trustee Kamp- He spoke about the bait and shoot program and gave out the email for residents to contact,
[email protected]. Trustee Root asked about automatic responses to emails.
Trustee Bojanowski- none
Mayor Wochensky- He said that he sent out the structure of the comprehensive plan and is working on the
RFP. It will be sent out to the Village Board and the Planning Board for feedback. He said that the Taste of EA
is taking place this weekend.
ADJOURNMENT
A motion was made by Trustee Kamp to adjourn the meeting at 8:36 pm, seconded by Trustee Bojanowski and
unanimously carried.
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Respectfully submitted,
Maureen Jerackas
Clerk-Treasurer
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Expense Approval Report 9.21.2026
Village of East Aurora By Vendor Name
Payable Dates 9/21/2026 - 9/21/2026 Post Dates 9/21/2026 - 9/21/2026
Payable Number Vendor Name Payable Date Description (Item) Account Number Account Name Purchase Order Number Amount
Vendor: 10054 - Amazon
1CHX-DX4H-PQG4 Amazon 09/21/2026 Tissues, Cardstock & A.5.1325.0403 VILLAGE ADMIN - OFFICE SU… 49.15
Headphones
1NRG-F9R7-GYL3 Amazon 09/21/2026 Records Management A.5.1325.0403 VILLAGE ADMIN - OFFICE SU… 47.51
Supplies
Vendor 10054 - Amazon Total: 96.66
Vendor: 10176 - Brian Parisi Copier Systems Inc.
IN166787 Brian Parisi Copier Systems 09/21/2026 magenta toner A.5.3120.0420 POLICE DEPT - MAINT. SERVI… 8.00
Inc.
IN166787 Brian Parisi Copier Systems 09/21/2026 magenta toner A.5.3420.0420 POLICE & FIRE DISPATCH - M… 8.00
Inc.
Vendor 10176 - Brian Parisi Copier Systems Inc. Total: 16.00
Vendor: 10217 - CARQUEST AUTO PARTS
2027000300 CARQUEST AUTO PARTS 09/21/2026 June 2026 A.5.1640.0460 CENTRAL GARAGE - VEHICLE… 2027000300 312.41
Vendor 10217 - CARQUEST AUTO PARTS Total: 312.41
Vendor: 11405 - Carrier Enterprise Northeast LLC
inv 1098843 Carrier Enterprise Northeast 09/21/2026 HVAC parts fro EAFD A.5.3410.0420 FIRE DEPT - DEPT SUPPLIES 1,878.80
LLC
Vendor 11405 - Carrier Enterprise Northeast LLC Total: 1,878.80
Vendor: 10222 - CDW GOVERNMENT INC.
AK8SC2J CDW GOVERNMENT INC. 09/21/2026 Dispatch - A.5.3420.0200 POLICE & FIRE DISPATCH - E… 2027000373 361.77
keyboard/mouse/usb/audio
switch
Vendor 10222 - CDW GOVERNMENT INC. Total: 361.77
Vendor: 10229 - Charter Communications
142218801090126 Charter Communications 09/21/2026 Spectrum 400 Pine St Acct A.5.1480.0410 PUBINFO SVCS-PUB INFO SUP… 160.00
142 September 2026
Vendor 10229 - Charter Communications Total: 160.00
Vendor: 10248 - CLEAN MD COMMERCIAL CLEANING INC.
inv 20624 CLEAN MD COMMERCIAL 09/21/2026 monthly cleaning fees A.5.3410.0470 FIRE DEPT - JANITORIAL SUPP… 698.14
CLEANING INC.
Vendor 10248 - CLEAN MD COMMERCIAL CLEANING INC. Total: 698.14
Vendor: 10275 - Conway Beam Truck Group
inv 161138B Conway Beam Truck Group 09/21/2026 #545 parts A.5.1640.0460 CENTRAL GARAGE - VEHICLE… 983.80
Vendor 10275 - Conway Beam Truck Group Total: 983.80
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Payable Number Vendor Name Payable Date Description (Item) Account Number Account Name Purchase Order Number Amount
Vendor: 10279 - CORE & MAIN
2026000245-R1 CORE & MAIN 09/21/2026 water meters/register F.5.8340.0200 TRANSFS & DIST - EQUIP 2026000245-R1 4,841.50
replacements
2026000245-R1 CORE & MAIN 09/21/2026 water meters/register F.5.8340.0420 TRANSFS & DIST - MAINT & R…2026000245-R1 950.00
replacements
2026000245-R1 CORE & MAIN 09/21/2026 water meters/register F.5.8340.0470 TRANSFS & DIST - SUPPLIES &…2026000245-R1 1,750.00
replacements
Vendor 10279 - CORE & MAIN Total: 7,541.50
Vendor: 10282 - CORR DISTRIBUTORS INC.
inv 178737 CORR DISTRIBUTORS INC. 09/21/2026 janitorial supplies A.5.1620.0470 BUILDINGS - DEPARTMENTAL… 256.52
inv 178737 CORR DISTRIBUTORS INC. 09/21/2026 janitorial supplies A.5.7140.0420 PLAYGROUNDS & REC CTRS. -… 688.03
Vendor 10282 - CORR DISTRIBUTORS INC. Total: 944.55
Vendor: 10286 - COUNTY LINE STONE
invI7532 COUNTY LINE STONE 09/21/2026 hot patch A.5.5110.0420 STREET MAINT - ROAD MATE… 1,158.22
Vendor 10286 - COUNTY LINE STONE Total: 1,158.22
Vendor: 10296 - CSEA EMPL BENEFIT FUND
1231452Oct2026 CSEA EMPL BENEFIT FUND 09/21/2026 Dental/ Vision A.5.9061.0807 DENTAL INS - DENTAL INS 6,429.49
1231452Oct2026 CSEA EMPL BENEFIT FUND 09/21/2026 Dental/ Vision A.5.9062.0808 OPTICAL - OPTICAL 1,011.95
1231452Oct2026 CSEA EMPL BENEFIT FUND 09/21/2026 Dental/ Vision F.5.9061.0807 DENTAL INS - DENTAL INS 521.31
1231452Oct2026 CSEA EMPL BENEFIT FUND 09/21/2026 Dental/ Vision F.5.9062.0808 OPTICAL - OPTICAL 82.05
Vendor 10296 - CSEA EMPL BENEFIT FUND Total: 8,044.80
Vendor: 10318 - DELACY FORD
inv 525519/525641/525676/… DELACY FORD 09/21/2026 EAFD vehicle repairs/parts A.5.3120.0460 POLICE DEPT - VEHICLE MAI… 835.86
Vendor 10318 - DELACY FORD Total: 835.86
Vendor: 10320 - DELL MARKETING L.P.
10890451885 DELL MARKETING L.P. 09/21/2026 Dell Pro 16 PC, dock & A.5.1325.0200 VILLAGE ADMIN - EQUIP 2027000345 1,549.86
monitor
10890606990 DELL MARKETING L.P. 09/21/2026 2 - Dell Pro Slim QCS1250 A.5.3420.0200 POLICE & FIRE DISPATCH - E… 2027000343 2,208.00
10890606990 DELL MARKETING L.P. 09/21/2026 2 - Dell Pro 24 Adj Stand A.5.3420.0200 POLICE & FIRE DISPATCH - E… 2027000343 206.24
Monitor - E2425HSM
2027000347 DELL MARKETING L.P. 09/21/2026 Dell Pro keyboard & mouse A.5.3120.0470 POLICE DEPT - DEPTAL SUPPL…2027000347 24.49
2027000347 DELL MARKETING L.P. 09/21/2026 Dell Pro Micro QCM1250 A.5.3120.0470 POLICE DEPT - DEPTAL SUPPL…2027000347 2,470.85
Vendor 10320 - DELL MARKETING L.P. Total: 6,459.44
Vendor: 11376 - DSW LLC
inv 175203 DSW LLC 09/21/2026 radiator repairs for leaf A.5.1640.0460 CENTRAL GARAGE - VEHICLE… 1,675.00
machine
Vendor 11376 - DSW LLC Total: 1,675.00
Vendor: 10351 - Eagle Point Gun
09102026 Eagle Point Gun 09/21/2026 53653 230 gr. TMJ Lawman A.5.3120.0470 POLICE DEPT - DEPTAL SUPPL… 317.00
Brass
Vendor 10351 - Eagle Point Gun Total: 317.00
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Payable Number Vendor Name Payable Date Description (Item) Account Number Account Name Purchase Order Number Amount
Vendor: 10357 - EAST AURORA ADVERTISER
August 2026 Legal Notices EAST AURORA ADVERTISER 09/21/2026 August 2026 Legal Notices A.5.1325.0410 VILLAGE ADMIN - LEGAL NOT… 161.70
Vendor 10357 - EAST AURORA ADVERTISER Total: 161.70
Vendor: 10393 - Equature
INV0031287 Equature 09/21/2026 Recording software to record A.5.3120.0420 POLICE DEPT - MAINT. SERVI… 2,661.17
calls & radio trans
INV0031287 Equature 09/21/2026 Recording software to record A.5.3420.0420 POLICE & FIRE DISPATCH - M… 2,661.16
calls & radio trans
Vendor 10393 - Equature Total: 5,322.33
Vendor: 10394 - ERB COMPANY INC.
2027000317 ERB COMPANY INC. 09/21/2026 Hamlin Park Bathroom reno H.3.0909.0018 Recreation Building Bathroom 2027000317 8,251.70
Vendor 10394 - ERB COMPANY INC. Total: 8,251.70
Vendor: 10403 - ERIE COUNTY COMPTROLLER
1800085479 ERIE COUNTY COMPTROLLER 09/21/2026 571 Main St A.5.1620.0432 BUILDINGS - GAS 16.96
1800085479 ERIE COUNTY COMPTROLLER 09/21/2026 400 Pine St A.5.1640.0432 CENTRAL GARAGE - GAS 34.15
1800085479 ERIE COUNTY COMPTROLLER 09/21/2026 33 Center St A.5.3410.0432 FIRE DEPT - GAS 43.49
1800085479 ERIE COUNTY COMPTROLLER 09/21/2026 218 S Grove St A.5.7140.0432 PLAYGROUNDS & REC CTRS. -… 19.31
1800085479 ERIE COUNTY COMPTROLLER 09/21/2026 600 Pine St F.5.1620.0432 BUILDINGS - GAS 19.57
inv 1800085421 ERIE COUNTY COMPTROLLER 09/21/2026 signs A.5.5110.0420 STREET MAINT - ROAD MATE… 162.90
Vendor 10403 - ERIE COUNTY COMPTROLLER Total: 296.38
Vendor: 11363 - ERIE COUNTY DEPT. OF HEALTH EMS DIVISION
2027000389 ERIE COUNTY DEPT. OF 09/21/2026 EAFD tuition- Draves A.5.3410.0440 FIRE DEPT - TRAINING, TRAV… 2027000389 150.00
HEALTH EMS DIVISION
Vendor 11363 - ERIE COUNTY DEPT. OF HEALTH EMS DIVISION Total: 150.00
Vendor: 10475 - GALLS LLC
036163817 GALLS LLC 09/21/2026 3 shield badges full color state A.5.3120.0480 POLICE DEPT - UNIFORMS, B… 260.10
seal
Vendor 10475 - GALLS LLC Total: 260.10
Vendor: 11401 - H.R. Dils Sales & Service Inc
2027000344 H.R. Dils Sales & Service Inc 09/21/2026 chain saw equipment A.5.3410.0420 FIRE DEPT - DEPT SUPPLIES 2027000344 982.24
Vendor 11401 - H.R. Dils Sales & Service Inc Total: 982.24
Vendor: 10571 - IBS OF GREATER BUFFALO
inv 100221865 IBS OF GREATER BUFFALO 09/21/2026 man lift battery A.5.1640.0460 CENTRAL GARAGE - VEHICLE… 679.80
Vendor 10571 - IBS OF GREATER BUFFALO Total: 679.80
Vendor: 11388 - Industrial Safety LLC
2026000290C Industrial Safety LLC 09/21/2026 DPW waterproof bib pants A.5.5110.0480 STREET MAINT - UNIFORMS 2026000246-R1 33.99
Vendor 11388 - Industrial Safety LLC Total: 33.99
Vendor: 10676 - LAWSON PRODUCTS INC
inv 9313758052 LAWSON PRODUCTS INC 09/21/2026 FUSES FOR VEHICLES/PARTS A.5.1640.0460 CENTRAL GARAGE - VEHICLE… 194.52
REPLACEMENT
Vendor 10676 - LAWSON PRODUCTS INC Total: 194.52
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Payable Number Vendor Name Payable Date Description (Item) Account Number Account Name Purchase Order Number Amount
Vendor: 10691 - LINSTAR INC.
131212, 131160 LINSTAR INC. 09/21/2026 CUSTOM PRINTED ID CARDS - A.5.3120.0403 POLICE DEPT - OFFICE SUPPLI… 12.80
O'BRIEN, RETIRED
131212, 131160 LINSTAR INC. 09/21/2026 CUSTOM PRINTED ID CARDS - A.5.3120.0403 POLICE DEPT - OFFICE SUPPLI… 25.60
DET FOSTER
Vendor 10691 - LINSTAR INC. Total: 38.40
Vendor: 10697 - LOGICS
26-IN8015 LOGICS 09/21/2026 Monthly Hosting for October A.5.1480.0410 PUBINFO SVCS-PUB INFO SUP… 1,097.44
2026
Vendor 10697 - LOGICS Total: 1,097.44
Vendor: 10726 - MARTYN PRINTING & GRAPHICS INC.
00041738 MARTYN PRINTING & 09/21/2026 500 business cards, Det Foster A.5.3120.0403 POLICE DEPT - OFFICE SUPPLI… 62.00
GRAPHICS INC.
Vendor 10726 - MARTYN PRINTING & GRAPHICS INC. Total: 62.00
Vendor: 10741 - Medical Warehouse Inc.
2027000388 Medical Warehouse Inc. 09/21/2026 EMS AED pads A.5.3410.0497 FIRE DEPT-EMS SUPPLIES 2027000388 1,136.30
Vendor 10741 - Medical Warehouse Inc. Total: 1,136.30
Vendor: 10767 - MES SERVICE COMPANY LLC
inv 2576955 MES SERVICE COMPANY LLC 09/21/2026 extrication gloves- EAFD A.5.3410.0200 FIRE DEPT - EQUIP 75.00
Vendor 10767 - MES SERVICE COMPANY LLC Total: 75.00
Vendor: 10803 - NOCO ENERGY CORP.
inv383827 NOCO ENERGY CORP. 09/21/2026 B&G club A.5.1640.0450 CENTRAL GARAGE - GASOLIN… 199.25
inv383827 NOCO ENERGY CORP. 09/21/2026 unleaded fuel 8/7-9/3 A.5.1640.0450 CENTRAL GARAGE - GASOLIN… 1,961.69
inv383827 NOCO ENERGY CORP. 09/21/2026 unleaded fuel 8/7-9/3 A.5.3120.0450 POLICE DEPT - GASOLINE, OIL… 4,466.98
inv383827 NOCO ENERGY CORP. 09/21/2026 unleaded fuel 8/7-9/3 A.5.3410.0450 FIRE DEPT - GASOLINE, OIL &… 570.39
Vendor 10803 - NOCO ENERGY CORP. Total: 7,198.31
Vendor: 10806 - Noregon Systems Inc.
2027000387 Noregon Systems Inc. 09/21/2026 annual vehicle computer A.5.1640.0460 CENTRAL GARAGE - VEHICLE… 2027000387 1,795.00
system renewal
Vendor 10806 - Noregon Systems Inc. Total: 1,795.00
Vendor: 10814 - NORTHERN SAFETY CO INC
INV 907745455 NORTHERN SAFETY CO INC 09/21/2026 KUCZMA- WORKBOOTS A.5.1620.0480 BUILDINGS - UNIFORMS 256.39
Vendor 10814 - NORTHERN SAFETY CO INC Total: 256.39
Vendor: 10816 - NOVA HEALTHCARE ADMINISTRATORS INC.
NOVA-078814 NOVA HEALTHCARE 09/21/2026 Monthly Admin Fee of $4.50 a A.5.9060.0805 HOSPITAL & MEDICAL INS - H… 5.75
ADMINISTRATORS INC. month per employee
NOVA-078814 NOVA HEALTHCARE 09/21/2026 Monthly Admin Fee of $4.50 a A.5.9060.0805 HOSPITAL & MEDICAL INS - H… 99.00
ADMINISTRATORS INC. month per employee
NOVA-078814 NOVA HEALTHCARE 09/21/2026 Monthly Admin Fee of $4.50 a A.5.9060.0806 HOSPITAL & MEDICAL INS - H… 36.00
ADMINISTRATORS INC. month per employee
NOVA-078814 NOVA HEALTHCARE 09/21/2026 Monthly Admin Fee of $4.50 a F.5.9060.0805 HOSPITAL & MEDICAL INS - H… 9.00
ADMINISTRATORS INC. month per employee
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Payable Number Vendor Name Payable Date Description (Item) Account Number Account Name Purchase Order Number Amount
NOVA-078814 NOVA HEALTHCARE 09/21/2026 Monthly Admin Fee of $4.50 a F.5.9060.0806 HOSPITAL & MEDICAL INS - H… 4.50
ADMINISTRATORS INC. month per employee
Vendor 10816 - NOVA HEALTHCARE ADMINISTRATORS INC. Total: 154.25
Vendor: 10864 - NYSEG
1001-0310-448 8/11-9/10/26 NYSEG 09/21/2026 571 Main St 8/11-9/10/26 A.5.5182.0431 STREET LIGHTING - ELECTRIC 464.91
1001-3627-483 8/1-8/31/26 NYSEG 09/21/2026 ST LTG R3 8/1-8/31/26 A.5.5182.0431 STREET LIGHTING - ELECTRIC 5,855.80
1001-3627-491 8/1-8/31/26 NYSEG 09/21/2026 ST LTG R2 8/1-8/31/26 A.5.5182.0431 STREET LIGHTING - ELECTRIC 871.08
1001-7273-243 8/11-9/10/26 NYSEG 09/21/2026 Near 650 Girard Ave 8/11- A.5.5182.0431 STREET LIGHTING - ELECTRIC 44.87
9/10/26
1004-8515-430 8/11-9/10/26 NYSEG 09/21/2026 400 Pine St Salt Shed 8/11- A.5.1640.0431 CENTRAL GARAGE - ELECTRIC 25.96
9/10/26
1009-5404-249 8/11-9/10/26 NYSEG 09/21/2026 S Grove St 8/11-9/10/26 A.5.5182.0431 STREET LIGHTING - ELECTRIC 166.79
Vendor 10864 - NYSEG Total: 7,429.41
Vendor: 10873 - OCCUSTAR INC.
inv 16977 OCCUSTAR INC. 09/21/2026 SCBa exam- J Pierson A.5.3410.0440 FIRE DEPT - TRAINING, TRAV… 108.00
Vendor 10873 - OCCUSTAR INC. Total: 108.00
Vendor: 10944 - Quadient
POSTAGE FEES 9/2/26 Quadient 09/21/2026 POSTAGE FEES A.5.1670.0470 CENTRAL PRINTING & MAILI… 2,102.51
Vendor 10944 - Quadient Total: 2,102.51
Vendor: 10988 - Ricoh USA Inc.
5073764768 Ricoh USA Inc. 09/21/2026 VEA Copy Reading A.5.1325.0200 VILLAGE ADMIN - EQUIP 201.33
Vendor 10988 - Ricoh USA Inc. Total: 201.33
Vendor: 11016 - SAF-GARD SAFETY SHOE CO.
inv 4916099 SAF-GARD SAFETY SHOE CO. 09/21/2026 DPW- Goerke workboots A.5.5110.0480 STREET MAINT - UNIFORMS 219.99
Vendor 11016 - SAF-GARD SAFETY SHOE CO. Total: 219.99
Vendor: 11020 - SAIA COMMUNICATIONS INC.
80011125 SAIA COMMUNICATIONS INC. 09/21/2026 Portable radio maint cont to A.5.3120.0420 POLICE DEPT - MAINT. SERVI… 4,190.00
1011/27 and disp fee
Vendor 11020 - SAIA COMMUNICATIONS INC. Total: 4,190.00
Vendor: 11022 - SAMMY'S CAR WASH INC
2027000321-0826 SAMMY'S CAR WASH INC 09/21/2026 August 2026 car washes A.5.3120.0460 POLICE DEPT - VEHICLE MAI… 2027000321 175.00
Vendor 11022 - SAMMY'S CAR WASH INC Total: 175.00
Vendor: 11037 - Sealworks Inc
inv8142/5396 & inbuf2026/0… Sealworks Inc 09/21/2026 crack sealing machine for A.5.5110.0420 STREET MAINT - ROAD MATE… 3,746.48
roads
Vendor 11037 - Sealworks Inc Total: 3,746.48
Vendor: 11052 - SEWING TECHNOLOGY UNIFORM
52286 SEWING TECHNOLOGY 09/21/2026 PO Filipiak navy l/s & s/s shirts A.5.3120.0480 POLICE DEPT - UNIFORMS, B… 369.96
UNIFORM
52286 SEWING TECHNOLOGY 09/21/2026 PO Filipiak gloves/flashlight & A.5.3120.0480 POLICE DEPT - UNIFORMS, B… 261.96
UNIFORM holder/mag case
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Payable Number Vendor Name Payable Date Description (Item) Account Number Account Name Purchase Order Number Amount
52286 SEWING TECHNOLOGY 09/21/2026 PO Filipiak 2 belts/4 belt A.5.3120.0480 POLICE DEPT - UNIFORMS, B… 118.94
UNIFORM keeper
52286 SEWING TECHNOLOGY 09/21/2026 PO Filipiak 5.11 2 puches for A.5.3120.0480 POLICE DEPT - UNIFORMS, B… 96.00
UNIFORM vest
Vendor 11052 - SEWING TECHNOLOGY UNIFORM Total: 846.86
Vendor: 11394 - The Law Office of Heather Giambra
1061 The Law Office of Heather 09/21/2026 Legal Services 8/1-8/31/26 A.5.1420.0411 VILLAGE ATTORNEY - OTHER … 6,300.00
Giambra
Vendor 11394 - The Law Office of Heather Giambra Total: 6,300.00
Vendor: 11175 - TROST FIRE EQUIPMENT
inv 111490 TROST FIRE EQUIPMENT 09/21/2026 SCBA tank testing A.5.3410.0420 FIRE DEPT - DEPT SUPPLIES 1,335.00
Vendor 11175 - TROST FIRE EQUIPMENT Total: 1,335.00
Vendor: 11225 - VERIZON WIRELESS
6152585786 VERIZON WIRELESS 09/21/2026 716-388-1605 Mayor A.5.1210.0434 MAYOR - TELEPHONE 37.30
Wochensky
6152585786 VERIZON WIRELESS 09/21/2026 716-344-7361 DPW GIS A.5.1490.0434 PUBLIC WORKS ADMIN - TEL… 37.30
6152585786 VERIZON WIRELESS 09/21/2026 716-913-1761 POLICE A.5.3120.0434 POLICE DEPT - TELEPHONE 37.30
SUPERVISOR (LIETENANTS)
6152585786 VERIZON WIRELESS 09/21/2026 716-359-0911 DETECTIVE A.5.3120.0434 POLICE DEPT - TELEPHONE 37.30
OFFICE
6152585786 VERIZON WIRELESS 09/21/2026 716-344-5189 PATRICK A.5.3120.0434 POLICE DEPT - TELEPHONE 37.30
WELCH
6152585786 VERIZON WIRELESS 09/21/2026 716-256-0983 FIRE CHIEF A.5.3410.0434 FIRE DEPT - TELEPHONE 38.01
MOBILE WIFI
6152585786 VERIZON WIRELESS 09/21/2026 716-383-4933 Fire Dept EMS A.5.3410.0434 FIRE DEPT - TELEPHONE 20.00
Tablet 1
6152585786 VERIZON WIRELESS 09/21/2026 716-383-4934 Fire Dept EMS A.5.3410.0434 FIRE DEPT - TELEPHONE 20.00
Tablet 2
6152585786 VERIZON WIRELESS 09/21/2026 716-383-4936 Fire Dept EMS A.5.3410.0434 FIRE DEPT - TELEPHONE 20.00
Tablet 3
Vendor 11225 - VERIZON WIRELESS Total: 284.51
Vendor: 11226 - Verizon-Local Svc.
Multiple September 2026 Verizon-Local Svc. 09/21/2026 716-652-0319 FIRE HALL A.5.3410.0434 FIRE DEPT - TELEPHONE 40.77
ELEVATOR
Multiple September 2026 Verizon-Local Svc. 09/21/2026 716-652-0893 ELEVATOR A.5.3410.0434 FIRE DEPT - TELEPHONE 81.53
Vendor 11226 - Verizon-Local Svc. Total: 122.30
Vendor: 11246 - VSP MARKETING GRAPHIC GROUP
51069 VSP MARKETING GRAPHIC 09/21/2026 Installation A.5.3120.0230 POLICE DEPT - DEPT EQUIP 2027000337 225.00
GROUP
51069 VSP MARKETING GRAPHIC 09/21/2026 3m Reflectiive 680CR graphics A.5.3120.0230 POLICE DEPT - DEPT EQUIP 2027000337 1,012.00
GROUP package
Vendor 11246 - VSP MARKETING GRAPHIC GROUP Total: 1,237.00
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Payable Number Vendor Name Payable Date Description (Item) Account Number Account Name Purchase Order Number Amount
Vendor: 11248 - W.B. MASON CO. INC.
264346412/CM5022766 W.B. MASON CO. INC. 09/21/2026 Water PD/DISP 9/8/26 & A.5.3120.0420 POLICE DEPT - MAINT. SERVI… 23.56
return
264346412/CM5022766 W.B. MASON CO. INC. 09/21/2026 Water PD/DISP 9/8/26 & A.5.3420.0420 POLICE & FIRE DISPATCH - M… 23.56
return
Vendor 11248 - W.B. MASON CO. INC. Total: 47.12
Vendor: 11357 - WM CORPORATE SERVICES INC.
5291004-1342-4 WM CORPORATE SERVICES 09/21/2026 Fireman's Field Pine St A.5.8160.0410 REFUSE & GARBAGE 121.24
INC. Dumpster August 2026
5291005-1342-1 WM CORPORATE SERVICES 09/21/2026 DPW Garage 400 Pine St A.4.2655.0000 GARBAGE TAGS 428.10
INC. Dumpster
5291006-1342-9 WM CORPORATE SERVICES 09/21/2026 Fire Hall 33 Center St A.5.8160.0410 REFUSE & GARBAGE 346.24
INC. Dumpster August 2026
5291012-1342-7 WM CORPORATE SERVICES 09/21/2026 Hamlin Park 166 S Grove St A.5.8160.0410 REFUSE & GARBAGE 181.86
INC. Dumpster August 2026
Vendor 11357 - WM CORPORATE SERVICES INC. Total: 1,077.44
Vendor: 11287 - WNYNETWORKS
00006791 WNYNETWORKS 09/21/2026 IT Services for August 2026 - A.5.1480.0410 PUBINFO SVCS-PUB INFO SUP… 1,750.00
ADMIN
00006791 WNYNETWORKS 09/21/2026 IT Services for August 2026 - A.5.3120.0420 POLICE DEPT - MAINT. SERVI… 937.50
EAPD
00006791 WNYNETWORKS 09/21/2026 IT Services for August 2026 - A.5.3420.0420 POLICE & FIRE DISPATCH - M… 125.00
DISPATCH
Vendor 11287 - WNYNETWORKS Total: 2,812.50
Grand Total: 91,865.25
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Report Summary
Fund Summary
Fund Expense Amount
A - GENERAL FUND 75,435.62
F - ENTERPRISE WATER 8,177.93
H - CAPITAL PROJECT 8,251.70
Grand Total: 91,865.25
Account Summary
Account Number Account Name Expense Amount
A.4.2655.0000 GARBAGE TAGS 428.10
A.5.1210.0434 MAYOR - TELEPHONE 37.30
A.5.1325.0200 VILLAGE ADMIN - EQUIP 1,751.19
A.5.1325.0403 VILLAGE ADMIN - OFFICE… 96.66
A.5.1325.0410 VILLAGE ADMIN - LEGAL… 161.70
A.5.1420.0411 VILLAGE ATTORNEY - OT… 6,300.00
A.5.1480.0410 PUBINFO SVCS-PUB INFO… 3,007.44
A.5.1490.0434 PUBLIC WORKS ADMIN -… 37.30
A.5.1620.0432 BUILDINGS - GAS 16.96
A.5.1620.0470 BUILDINGS - DEPARTME… 256.52
A.5.1620.0480 BUILDINGS - UNIFORMS 256.39
A.5.1640.0431 CENTRAL GARAGE - ELEC… 25.96
A.5.1640.0432 CENTRAL GARAGE - GAS 34.15
A.5.1640.0450 CENTRAL GARAGE - GAS… 2,160.94
A.5.1640.0460 CENTRAL GARAGE - VEH… 5,640.53
A.5.1670.0470 CENTRAL PRINTING & M… 2,102.51
A.5.3120.0230 POLICE DEPT - DEPT EQU… 1,237.00
A.5.3120.0403 POLICE DEPT - OFFICE S… 100.40
A.5.3120.0420 POLICE DEPT - MAINT. S… 7,820.23
A.5.3120.0434 POLICE DEPT - TELEPHO… 111.90
A.5.3120.0450 POLICE DEPT - GASOLINE… 4,466.98
A.5.3120.0460 POLICE DEPT - VEHICLE … 1,010.86
A.5.3120.0470 POLICE DEPT - DEPTAL S… 2,812.34
A.5.3120.0480 POLICE DEPT - UNIFORM… 1,106.96
A.5.3410.0200 FIRE DEPT - EQUIP 75.00
A.5.3410.0420 FIRE DEPT - DEPT SUPPLI… 4,196.04
A.5.3410.0432 FIRE DEPT - GAS 43.49
A.5.3410.0434 FIRE DEPT - TELEPHONE 220.31
A.5.3410.0440 FIRE DEPT - TRAINING, T… 258.00
A.5.3410.0450 FIRE DEPT - GASOLINE, O… 570.39
A.5.3410.0470 FIRE DEPT - JANITORIAL … 698.14
A.5.3410.0497 FIRE DEPT-EMS SUPPLIES 1,136.30
A.5.3420.0200 POLICE & FIRE DISPATCH… 2,776.01
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Account Summary
Account Number Account Name Expense Amount
A.5.3420.0420 POLICE & FIRE DISPATCH… 2,817.72
A.5.5110.0420 STREET MAINT - ROAD … 5,067.60
A.5.5110.0480 STREET MAINT - UNIFO… 253.98
A.5.5182.0431 STREET LIGHTING - ELEC… 7,403.45
A.5.7140.0420 PLAYGROUNDS & REC C… 688.03
A.5.7140.0432 PLAYGROUNDS & REC C… 19.31
A.5.8160.0410 REFUSE & GARBAGE 649.34
A.5.9060.0805 HOSPITAL & MEDICAL IN… 104.75
A.5.9060.0806 HOSPITAL & MEDICAL IN… 36.00
A.5.9061.0807 DENTAL INS - DENTAL INS 6,429.49
A.5.9062.0808 OPTICAL - OPTICAL 1,011.95
F.5.1620.0432 BUILDINGS - GAS 19.57
F.5.8340.0200 TRANSFS & DIST - EQUIP 4,841.50
F.5.8340.0420 TRANSFS & DIST - MAINT… 950.00
F.5.8340.0470 TRANSFS & DIST - SUPPL… 1,750.00
F.5.9060.0805 HOSPITAL & MEDICAL IN… 9.00
F.5.9060.0806 HOSPITAL & MEDICAL IN… 4.50
F.5.9061.0807 DENTAL INS - DENTAL INS 521.31
F.5.9062.0808 OPTICAL - OPTICAL 82.05
H.3.0909.0018 Recreation Building Bath… 8,251.70
Grand Total: 91,865.25
Project Account Summary
Project Account Key Expense Amount
**None** 91,865.25
Grand Total: 91,865.25
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Authorization Signatures
***** Certificate of Financial Officer *****
I hereby certify that the attached Voucher Listing is complete and accurate to the best
of my knowledge, and payment is hereby approved.
Signed:________________________________________ Date:__________________
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Resolution of the Village of East Aurora of a Determination of Non-Significance pursuant
to the State Environmental Quality Review Act (SEQRA) in the matter of the Site Plan
Application for 63 South Grove, to remove and reconstruct a rear deck that is required to be
moved so a rear addition can be constructed
WHEREAS, the applicant has filed Part 1 of the Short Environmental Assessment Form (SEAF) with
this Board, a copy of which is included by reference and made a part hereof, relating to the
proposed project at 63 South Grove, East Aurora, New York, wherein the applicant, David Supinski;
and
WHEREAS, the Village Planning Commission, after carefully and fully reviewing the
application, including the Site Plan attached thereto, with any and all amendments and
modifications, and considering comments and documentation presented for and against the project,
voted in the majority recommending approval, with findings; and
WHEREAS, the Village SEQRA Intake Committee carefully and fully reviewed Part 1 of the
SEAF submitted by applicants including the Site Plan attached thereto, and the above-
referenced amendments and modifications; and
WHEREAS, the Village SEQRA Intake Committee, after its review of the above, prepared Parts 2
and 3 of the SEAF with a recommendation of the issuance of the Negative Declaration of
Environmental Significance for submission to, and consideration by, the Village Board; and
WHEREAS, the Village Board of Trustees, upon taking an independent hard look and
reasoned evaluation of the above-referenced information, comments and written documentation,
including, but not limited to, Part 1 of the SEAF; comments, recommendations, findings and conditions
of the Planning Commission; the Site Plan; and the recommendation of the SEQRA Intake
Committee and that Committee’s completed Parts 2 and 3 of the SEAF concerning the potential
environmental impacts of the project; all of which are incorporated by reference herein; and
WHEREAS, the Village Board, upon carefully and fully reviewing all the information, comments,
and written documentation in regard to the project, made a finding that there are no
significant environmental impacts.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Village Board of East Aurora as Lead Agency
has determined that the proposed action described in the SEAF, submitted by the applicants, for
the site plan proposed to remove and reconstruction of a rear deck that is required to be moved
so a rear addition can be constructed at 63 South Grove, as detailed in the Site Plan Application
dated August 12, 2026, is classified as an Unlisted Action and therefore issues a Negative
Declaration, that this development will not have a significant environmental impact and a Draft
Environmental Impact Statement will not be required nor prepared.
The foregoing resolution was duly made by Trustee ___________ and seconded by Trustee
__________________________ and carried on September 21, 2026.
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Resolution of the Village Board of East Aurora Approving the Site Plan for 63 South
Grove, Applicant David Supinski, to remove and reconstruct a rear deck that is required
to be moved so a rear addition can be constructed
WHEREAS, an application has been submitted for Site Plan Approval at the above-referenced
property by applicant David Supinski,
WHEREAS, the Village Board referred the site plan to the Planning Commission for review,
comment, and recommendation, and the Planning Commission resolution recommending site
plan approval, with findings; and
WHEREAS, the Village’s SEQRA Intake Committee considered the application and reviewed
Part 1 of the Short Environmental Assessment Form submitted by the applicant and completed
Part 2 and Part 3 thereof on behalf of the Village, and it was the recommendation of the SEQRA
Committee and approved by the Village Board as a Negative Declaration, including that the
proposed development plan is an Unlisted Action and would have no significant environmental
impact; and
WHEREAS, the Village Board at a public meeting reviewed and considered further the
comments and all written materials submitted by the applicant and all other information and
recommendations before the Board, including minutes of prior Village Board meetings and the
recommendations from the SEQRA Intake Committee and Planning Commission, and the
referral and response from the; and
WHEREAS, the Village Board received and considered the Site Plan, the above referenced
upgrades, and any and all amendments thereof; and
WHEREAS, the Village Board has separately considered the environmental impacts of the
project, declared itself Lead Agency and issued a Negative Declaration of environmental
significance, with the proposal classified as an Unlisted Action.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the Village Board as follows:
1. The Findings of Fact of the SEQRA Intake Committee, the resolution with findings of the
Planning Commission, and the site plan application, all information included in the
minutes taken in relation to the abovementioned Village Board and Planning Commission
meetings are herein incorporated by reference, including the following findings of the
Planning Commission: The application is for a minor modification to the structure, code-
compliant, and not visible from the street.
2. The Resolution of the Village Board considering the environmental impacts of the project
and the issuance of a Negative Declaration of Environmental Significance is incorporated
herein by reference.
3. The Site Plan relating to the proposed project at 63 South Grove Street, East Aurora,
New York, wherein the applicant proposes to remove and reconstruct a rear deck that is
required to be moved so a rear addition can be constructed as detailed on documents
submitted with the application, is hereby approved and is subject to the following
additional conditions:
a.
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______________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________
4. The resolution is effective immediately, approving the issuance of a development and
construction permit as hereinbefore set forth, subject to compliance with all applicable
federal, state, and local laws and codes.
The foregoing resolution was duly made by Trustee ___________ and seconded by Trustee
__________________________ and carried on September, 21 2026.
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Resolution of the Village of East Aurora of a Determination of Non-Significance pursuant
to the State Environmental Quality Review Act (SEQRA) in the matter of the Site Plan
Application for 30 Buffalo Road, for a micro cell wireless telecommunication antenna and
associated equipment on an existing 43’ high NYSEG-owned utility pole.
WHEREAS, the applicant has filed Part 1 of the Short Environmental Assessment Form (SEAF) with
this Board, a copy of which is included by reference and made a part hereof, relating to the proposed
project at 30 Buffalo Road, East Aurora, New York, wherein the applicant Jared C. Lusk, Esq; and
WHEREAS, the Village Planning Commission, after carefully and fully reviewing the application,
including the Site Plan attached thereto, with any and all amendments and modifications, and
considering comments and documentation presented for and against the project, voted in the majority
recommending approval, with findings; and
WHEREAS, the Village SEQRA Intake Committee carefully and fully reviewed Part 1 of the SEAF
submitted by applicants including the Site Plan attached thereto, and the above-referenced
amendments and modifications; and
WHEREAS, the Village SEQRA Intake Committee, after its review of the above, prepared Parts 2 and
3 of the SEAF with a recommendation of the issuance of the Negative Declaration of Environmental
Significance for submission to, and consideration by, the Village Board; and
WHEREAS, the Village Board of Trustees, upon taking an independent hard look and reasoned
evaluation of the above-referenced information, comments and written documentation, including, but
not limited to, Part 1 of the SEAF; comments, recommendations, findings and conditions of the Planning
Commission; the Site Plan and the recommendation of the SEQRA Intake Committee and that
Committee’s completed Parts 2 and 3 of the SEAF concerning the potential environmental impacts of
the project; all of which are incorporated by reference herein; and
WHEREAS, the Village Board, upon carefully and fully reviewing all the information, comments and
written documentation in regard to the project, made a finding that there are no significant
environmental impacts.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Village Board of East Aurora as Lead Agency has
determined that the proposed action described in the SEAF, submitted by the applicants, for the site
plan proposed a micro cell wireless telecommunication antenna and associated equipment on an
existing 43’ high NYSEG-owned utility pole at 30 Buffalo Rd, as detailed in the Site Plan Application
dated July 1st, 2026, is classified as an Unlisted Action and therefore issues a Negative Declaration,
that this development will not have a significant environmental impact and a Draft Environmental Impact
Statement will not be required nor prepared.
The foregoing resolution was duly made by Trustee ___________ and seconded by Trustee
__________________________ and carried on September 21, 2026.
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Resolution of the Village Board of East Aurora Approving the Site Plan for 30 Buffalo
Road, applicant Jared C. Lusk, Esq for a micro cell wireless telecommunication antenna
and associated equipment on an existing 43’ high NYSEG-owned utility pole.
WHEREAS, an application has been submitted for Site Plan Approval at the above-referenced
property by applicant Jared C. Lusk, Esq., project attorney,
WHEREAS, the Village Board referred the site plan to the Planning Commission for review,
comment, and recommendation, and the Planning Commission resolution recommending site
plan approval, with findings and no conditions; and
WHEREAS, the Village’s SEQRA Intake Committee considered the application and reviewed
Part 1 of the Short Environmental Assessment Form submitted by the applicant and completed
Part 2 and Part 3 thereof on behalf of the Village, and it was the recommendation of the SEQRA
Committee and approved by the Village Board as a Negative Declaration, including that the
proposed development plan is an Unlisted Action and would have no significant environmental
impact; and
WHEREAS, the Village Board at a public meeting reviewed and considered further the
comments and all written materials submitted by the applicant and all other information and
recommendations before the Board, including minutes of prior Village Board meetings and the
recommendations from the SEQRA Intake Committee and Planning Commission, and the
referral and response from Erie County Division of Planning declaring: No Recommendation;
proposed action has been reviewed and determined to be of local concern; and
WHEREAS, the Village Board received and considered the Site Plan, the above referenced
upgrades, and any and all amendments thereof; and
WHEREAS, the Village Board has separately considered the environmental impacts of the
project, declared itself Lead Agency and issued a Negative Declaration of environmental
significance, with the proposal classified as an Unlisted Action.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the Village Board as follows:
1. The Findings of Fact of the SEQRA Intake Committee, the resolution with findings of the
Planning Commission, and the site plan application, all information included in the
minutes taken in relation to the abovementioned Village Board and Planning Commission
meetings, are herein incorporated by reference, including the following findings of the
Planning Commission:
a. The project promises to provide an enhanced service to the people in certain underserved areas of the
Village.
b. It will have minimal visual and auditory impact.
c. There will be no tree trimming.
d. The selection of the location is a result of careful evaluation of several alternatives in each of the areas.
e. No operational lights associated with the micro cell.
f. No ability to alter the position or color of the micro cell box on the pole.
2. The Resolution of the Village Board considering the environmental impacts of the project
and the issuance of a Negative Declaration of Environmental Significance is incorporated
herein by reference.
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3. The Site Plan relating to the proposed project at 30 Buffalo Road, East Aurora, New York,
wherein the applicant proposes a micro cell wireless telecommunication antenna and
associated equipment on an existing 43’ high NYSEG-owned utility pole, as detailed on
documents submitted with the application, is hereby approved and is subject to the
following additional conditions:
a.
______________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________
4. The resolution is effective immediately, approving the issuance of a development and
construction permit as hereinbefore set forth, subject to compliance with all applicable
federal, state and local laws and codes.
The foregoing resolution was duly made by Trustee ___________ and seconded by Trustee
__________________________ and carried on September 21, 2026.
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Resolution of the Village of East Aurora of a Determination of Non-Significance pursuant
to the State Environmental Quality Review Act (SEQRA) in the matter of the Site Plan
Application for 340 Prospect Ave, micro cell wireless telecommunication antenna and
associated equipment on an existing 38.5’ high NYSEG-owned utility pole.
WHEREAS, the applicant has filed Part 1 of the Short Environmental Assessment Form (SEAF) with
this Board, a copy of which is included by reference and made a part hereof, relating to the proposed
project at 340 Prospect Avenue, East Aurora, New York, wherein the applicant, Jared C. Lusk, Esq.,
project attorney; and
WHEREAS, the Village Planning Commission, after carefully and fully reviewing the application,
including the Site Plan attached thereto, with any and all amendments and modifications, and
considering comments and documentation presented for and against the project, voted in the majority
recommending approval, with findings; and
WHEREAS, the Village SEQRA Intake Committee carefully and fully reviewed Part 1 of the SEAF
submitted by applicants including the Site Plan attached thereto, and the above-referenced
amendments and modifications; and
WHEREAS, the Village SEQRA Intake Committee, after its review of the above, prepared Parts 2 and
3 of the SEAF with a recommendation of the issuance of the Negative Declaration of Environmental
Significance for submission to, and consideration by, the Village Board; and
WHEREAS, the Village Board of Trustees, upon taking an independent hard look and reasoned
evaluation of the above-referenced information, comments and written documentation, including, but
not limited to, Part 1 of the SEAF; comments, recommendations, findings and conditions of the Planning
Commission; the Site Plan; and the recommendation of the SEQRA Intake Committee and that
Committee’s completed Parts 2 and 3 of the SEAF concerning the potential environmental impacts of
the project; all of which are incorporated by reference herein; and
WHEREAS, the Village Board, upon carefully and fully reviewing all the information, comments, and
written documentation in regard to the project, made a finding that there are no significant
environmental impacts.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Village Board of East Aurora as Lead Agency has
determined that the proposed action described in the SEAF, submitted by the applicants, for the site
plan proposed for a micro cell wireless telecommunication antenna and associated equipment on an
existing 38.5’ high NYSEG-owned utility pole at 340 Prospect Avenue, as detailed in the Site Plan
Application dated July 2, 2026, is classified as an Unlisted Action and therefore issues a Negative
Declaration, that this development will not have a significant environmental impact and a Draft
Environmental Impact Statement will not be required nor prepared.
The foregoing resolution was duly made by Trustee ___________ and seconded by Trustee
__________________________ and carried on September 21, 2026.
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Resolution of the Village Board of East Aurora Approving the Site Plan for applicant
Jared C. Lusk, Esq for a micro cell wireless telecommunication antenna and associated
equipment on an existing 38.5’ high NYSEG-owned utility pole.
WHEREAS, an application has been submitted for Site Plan Approval at the above-referenced
property by applicant Jared C. Lusk, Esq., project attorney,
WHEREAS, the Village Board referred the site plan to the Planning Commission for review,
comment, and recommendation, and the Planning Commission resolution recommending site
plan approval, with findings and no conditions; and
WHEREAS, the Village’s SEQRA Intake Committee considered the application and reviewed
Part 1 of the Short Environmental Assessment Form submitted by the applicant and completed
Part 2 and Part 3 thereof on behalf of the Village, and it was the recommendation of the SEQRA
Committee and approved by the Village Board as a Negative Declaration, including that the
proposed development plan is an Unlisted Action and would have no significant environmental
impact; and
WHEREAS, the Village Board at a public meeting reviewed and considered further the
comments and all written materials submitted by the applicant and all other information and
recommendations before the Board, including minutes of prior Village Board meetings and the
recommendations from the SEQRA Intake Committee and Planning Commission,
WHEREAS, the Village Board received and considered the Site Plan, the above referenced
upgrades, and any and all amendments thereof; and
WHEREAS, the Village Board has separately considered the environmental impacts of the
project, declared itself Lead Agency, and issued a Negative Declaration of environmental
significance, with the proposal classified as Unlisted Action.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the Village Board as follows:
1. The Findings of Fact of the SEQRA Intake Committee, the resolution with findings of the
Planning Commission, and the site plan application, all information included in the
minutes taken in relation to the abovementioned Village Board and Planning Commission
meetings, are herein incorporated by reference, including the following findings of the
Planning Commission:
I. The project promises to provide an enhanced service to the people in certain underserved areas of the Village.
II. It will have minimal visual and auditory impact.
III. There will be no tree trimming.
IV. The selection of the location is a result of careful evaluation of several alternatives in each of the areas.
V. No operational lights associated with the micro cell.
VI. No ability to alter the position or color of the micro cell box on the pole.
2. The Resolution of the Village Board considering the environmental impacts of the project
and the issuance of a Negative Declaration of Environmental Significance is incorporated
herein by reference.
3. The Site Plan relating to the proposed project at 340 Prospect Avenue, East Aurora, New
York, wherein the applicant proposes a micro cell wireless telecommunication antenna
and associated equipment on an existing 38.5’ high NYSEG-owned utility pole, as
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detailed on documents submitted with the application, is hereby approved and is subject
to the following additional conditions:
a.
______________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________
4. The resolution is effective immediately, approving the issuance of a development and
construction permit as hereinbefore set forth, subject to compliance with all applicable
federal, state, and local laws and codes.
The foregoing resolution was duly made by Trustee ___________ and seconded by Trustee
__________________________ and carried on September 21, 2026.
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Resolution of the Village of East Aurora of a Determination of Non-Significance pursuant
to the State Environmental Quality Review Act (SEQRA) in the matter of the Site Plan
Application for 114 North Willow for a micro cell wireless telecommunication antenna and
associated equipment and to replace a 38.5’ high NYSEG-owned utility pole.
.
WHEREAS, the applicant has filed Part 1 of the Short Environmental Assessment Form (SEAF) with
this Board, a copy of which is included by reference and made a part hereof, relating to the proposed
project at 114 North Willow, East Aurora, New York, wherein the applicant, Jared C. Lusk, Esq.; and
WHEREAS, the Village Planning Commission, after carefully and fully reviewing the application,
including the Site Plan attached thereto, with any and all amendments and modifications, and
considering comments and documentation presented for and against the project, voted in the majority
recommending approval, with findings; and
WHEREAS, the Village SEQRA Intake Committee carefully and fully reviewed Part 1 of the SEAF
submitted by applicants including the Site Plan attached thereto, and the above-referenced
amendments and modifications; and
WHEREAS, the Village SEQRA Intake Committee, after its review of the above, prepared Parts 2 and
3 of the SEAF with a recommendation of the issuance of the Negative Declaration of Environmental
Significance for submission to, and consideration by, the Village Board; and
WHEREAS, the Village Board of Trustees, upon taking an independent hard look and reasoned
evaluation of the above-referenced information, comments and written documentation, including, but
not limited to, Part 1 of the SEAF; comments, recommendations, findings and conditions of the Planning
Commission, the Site Plan and the recommendation of the SEQRA Intake Committee and that
Committee’s completed Parts 2 and 3 of the SEAF concerning the potential environmental impacts of
the project; all of which are incorporated by reference herein; and
WHEREAS, the Village Board, upon carefully and fully reviewing all the information, comments and
written documentation in regard to the project, made a finding that there are no significant
environmental impacts.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Village Board of East Aurora as Lead Agency has
determined that the proposed action described in the SEAF, submitted by the applicants, for the site
plan proposed to for a micro cell wireless telecommunication antenna and associated equipment and
to replace a 38.5’ high NYSEG-owned utility pole at 114 North Willow, as detailed in the Site Plan
Application dated July 13, 2026, is classified as an Unlisted Action and therefore issues a Negative
Declaration, that this development will not have a significant environmental impact and a Draft
Environmental Impact Statement will not be required nor prepared.
The foregoing resolution was duly made by Trustee ___________ and seconded by Trustee
__________________________ and carried on September 21, 2026.
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Resolution of the Village Board of East Aurora Approving the Site Plan for 114 North
Willow St, applicant Jared C. Lusk, Esq., for a micro cell wireless telecommunication
antenna and associated equipment on a new 38.5’ high NYSEG-owned utility pole
WHEREAS, an application has been submitted for Site Plan Approval at the above-referenced
property by applicant Jared C. Lusk, Esq., project attorney,
WHEREAS, the Village Board referred the site plan to the Planning Commission for review,
comment, and recommendation, and the Planning Commission resolution recommending site
plan approval, with findings and no conditions; and
WHEREAS, the Village’s SEQRA Intake Committee considered the application and reviewed
Part 1 of the Short Environmental Assessment Form submitted by the applicant and completed
Part 2 and Part 3 thereof on behalf of the Village, and it was the recommendation of the SEQRA
Committee and approved by the Village Board as a Negative Declaration, including that the
proposed development plan is an Unlisted Action and would have no significant environmental
impact; and
WHEREAS, the Village Board at a public meeting reviewed and considered further the
comments and all written materials submitted by the applicant and all other information and
recommendations before the Board, including minutes of prior Village Board meetings and the
recommendations from the SEQRA Intake Committee and Planning Commission,
WHEREAS, the Village Board received and considered the Site Plan, the above-referenced
upgrades, and any and all amendments thereof; and
WHEREAS, the Village Board has separately considered the environmental impacts of the
project, declared itself Lead Agency, and issued a Negative Declaration of environmental
significance, with the proposal classified as Unlisted Action.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the Village Board as follows:
1. The Findings of Fact of the SEQRA Intake Committee, the resolution with findings of the
Planning Commission, and the site plan application, all information included in the
minutes taken in relation to the abovementioned Village Board and Planning Commission
meetings, are herein incorporated by reference, including the following findings of the
Planning Commission:
I. The project promises to provide enhanced service to the people in certain underserved areas of the Village.
II. It will have minimal visual and auditory impact.
III. There will be no tree trimming.
IV. The selection of the location is a result of careful evaluation of several alternatives in each of the areas.
V. No operational lights associated with the micro cell.
2. No ability to alter the position or color of the micro cell box on the pole.
3. The Resolution of the Village Board considering the environmental impacts of the project
and the issuance of a Negative Declaration of Environmental Significance is incorporated
herein by reference.
4. The Site Plan relating to the proposed project at 114 North Willow Street, East Aurora,
New York, wherein the applicant proposes a micro cell wireless telecommunication
antenna and associated equipment on a new 38.5’ high NYSEG-owned utility pole, as
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detailed on documents submitted with the application, is hereby approved and is subject
to the following additional conditions:
a.
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5. The resolution is effective immediately, approving the issuance of a development and
construction permit as hereinbefore set forth, subject to compliance with all applicable
federal, state, and local laws and codes.
The foregoing resolution was duly made by Trustee ___________ and seconded by Trustee
__________________________ and carried on September 21, 2026.
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RESOLUTION September 21, 2026
DECLARE SURPLUS PROPERTY
Trustee _______, offered the following resolution and moved for its adoption:
BE IT RESOLVED, the Police Department has a 2020 Ford Explorer Police
Interceptors (VIN 1FM5K8AB2LGB66106) for surplus property to be auctioned off in
the next 90 days.
The foregoing resolution was seconded by Trustee _______ and unanimously
approved.
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The 571 Main St location is on our network and can be serviced immediately
We can provide 33 Center St with:
300/300mbps: $100 per month
500/500mbps: $150 per month
1gig/1gig: $175 per month
2 static Ips: 1st is free, second is $14.95 per month
The same goes for the police station at 571 Main St.
The Department of Public Works would require a minimum of a 500/500mbps circuit, due
to our costs to get to the location.
For the first time ever, for the month of September, we are offering a $200 credit on
500mbps or $500 credit on your account for 1gig packages and higher on a minimum 36
month agreement for new accounts.
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VILLAGE OF EAST AURORA
LOCAL LAW NO. OF THE YEAR 2026
A LOCAL LAW AMENDING CHAPTER 180 OF THE CODE OF THE VILLAGE OF EAST
AURORA, ENTITLED "PEDDLERS AND SOLICITORS," BY ADDING A NEW ARTICLE IV,
ENTITLED "AGGRESSIVE SOLICITATION"
Be it enacted by the Board of Trustees of the Village of East Aurora as follows:
Section 1. Authority.
This local law is enacted pursuant to the Municipal Home Rule Law of the State of New
York and the police powers of the Village of East Aurora to protect and promote the health,
safety and general welfare of the residents, businesses, and visitors of the Village.
Section 2. Legislative findings and purpose.
The purpose of this local law is to protect the residents, visitors and businesses in the
Village of East Aurora from threatening, intimidating, coercive, physically intrusive or
obstructive behavior associated with solicitation and panhandling.
The Board finds that aggressive solicitation may cause residents and visitors to avoid
businesses and other establishments, may interfere with the free flow of pedestrian and
vehicular traffic, and may create an unsafe or intimidating environment for persons
patronizing businesses or traveling through the Village.
Accordingly, the purpose of this article is to protect persons from aggressive, coercive and
unsafe solicitation practices c ensuring that public spaces within the Village of East Aurora
remain safe, accessible and welcoming for all.
Section 3. Amendment.
Chapter 180 of the Code of the Village of East Aurora, entitled "Peddlers and Solicitors," is
hereby amended by adding a new Article IV, entitled "Aggressive Solicitation," to read as
follows:
Article IV
Aggressive Solicitation
§ 180-39. Definitions.
As used in this article, the following terms shall have the meanings indicated:
AGGRESSIVE SOLICITATION
Conduct occurring during the course of, in connection with, or immediately before or after a
solicitation, which includes one or more of the following:
A. Intentionally touching or causing physical contact with another person or an occupied
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vehicle without that person's consent.
B. Intentionally blocking, obstructing or interfering with the safe or free passage of a
pedestrian or vehicle, including conduct that unreasonably causes a pedestrian or vehicle
operator to take evasive action to avoid physical contact.
C. Following a person after soliciting such person, or while continuing to solicit such
person, in a manner that is intended, or reasonably likely, to cause a reasonable person to
fear imminent bodily harm or the commission of a criminal act upon property in such
person’s possession; or that is intended or reasonably likely to intimidate or coerce the
person into responding to the solicitation.
D. Using violent or threatening gestures or words directed at a person being solicited in a
manner that is intended, or reasonably likely, to cause a reasonable person to fear
imminent bodily harm, or the commission of a criminal act upon property in such person’s
possession; or that is intended or reasonably likely to intimidate or coerce the person into
responding to the solicitation.
BUSINESS ESTABLISHMENT
Any retail, commercial, restaurant, professional, service or other establishment that is
generally accessible to the public, including the building, or portion thereof, occupied by
such establishment and the areas made available for access to or use by its customers or
patrons.
PARKING AREA
Any area used for the parking, standing or temporary storage of motor vehicles, including a
parking lot, parking f ield, parking garage, driveway, access lane, a l l e y or other area
providing vehicular access to a Business Establishment.
SOLICITATION or SOLICIT
Shall include, without limitation, the written, spoken or printed word, or such other acts or
gestures conducted in the furtherance of, or for the purpose of, obtaining money, or other
items of value from another.
§ 180-40. Prohibited conduct.
A. No person shall engage in Aggressive Solicitation upon or in any public place,
street, sidewalk, Parking Area, or other area open to the public.
B. No person shall engage in Aggressive Solicitation in or upon any area generally used
by the public for entering, exiting, or accessing a Business Establishment, including any
entrance, exit, sidewalk, driveway, Parking Area, or pedestrian access area.
C. No person shall intentionally block, obstruct, or interfere with a person's entry into or
exit from a Business Establishment, vehicle or other place.
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D.No person shall continue to solicit from another person after that person has
clearly communicated a negative response or a desire not to be solicited when the
continued conduct constitutes an Aggressive Solicitation.
§ 180-41. Construction and Protected A ctivity.
A. Nothing in this article shall be construed to prohibit peaceable solicitation or other lawful
activity not prohibited herein.
B. This article shall be applied without regard to the content or viewpoint of any person's
speech or the identity, status, appearance, economic condition or perceived economic
condition of the person engaging in Solicitation.
C. Nothing in this article shall be construed to limit or impair the enforcement of any other
applicable federal, state or local law, including laws concerning trespass, harassment,
stalking, disorderly conduct, assault or any other unlawful conduct.
§ 180-42. Penalties for Offenses.
Any person who violates any provision of this article shall be guilty of an offense and, upon
conviction thereof, shall be subject to a fine not to exceed $250.00 or imprisonment for a
period not to exceed 15 days, or both such fine and imprisonment.
§ 180-43. Severability.
If any provision of this Article is declared invalid or unconstitutional for any reason, the
remaining provisions shall be severable and shall continue in full force and effect.
§ 180-44. Effective Date.
This local law shall take effect immediately upon f iling with the Secretary of State of the
State of New York.
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RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING ENROLLMENT OF ELIGIBLE MUNICIPAL
ELECTRIC ACCOUNTS IN COMMUNITY SOLAR
WHEREAS, Erie County conducted a competitive procurement (RFP No. 2022-999-06) to
establish a Community Solar Program for Erie County and other eligible public entities; and
WHEREAS, the Program provides municipalities with the opportunity to reduce electricity costs
for eligible municipal electric accounts through community solar, without installing solar panels
or changing electric utility service; and
WHEREAS, PowerMarket has completed an assessment of the Village of East Aurora's NYSEG
municipal electric accounts and identified seven eligible accounts suitable for enrollment in the
Burns Site 2 Community Solar Project, with estimated annual savings of approximately $4,577;
and
WHEREAS, the Village Board of Trustees recognizes the importance of reducing municipal
operating costs while supporting clean energy initiatives that benefit the community; and
WHEREAS, New York State’s Climate Smart Communities Program recognizes municipal
participation in community solar as an eligible certification action, and the Village of East Aurora
wishes to pursue opportunities that may contribute toward Climate Smart Communities
certification while reducing municipal operating costs; and
WHEREAS, the Village Board of Trustees has reviewed the proposed subscriber agreement for
the Burns Site 2 Community Solar Project and has determined that participation is in the best
interest of the Village;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Village Board of Trustees hereby
authorizes the Village of East Aurora to enroll its eligible municipal electric accounts in the
Burns Site 2 Community Solar Project through the Erie County Utility Aggregate Community
Solar Program; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Mayor is hereby authorized to execute the Community
Distributed Generation Disclosure Statement and Agreement, and such other documents as may
be necessary to implement the Village's enrollment in the Burns Site 2 Community Solar Project.
This Resolution shall take effect immediately upon its adoption.
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CDG Provider: NSF Burns Site 2, LLC / CDG Manager: PowerMarket
600 Fifth Avenue, 2nd Floor, New York, NY 10020 | Phone: (708) 669-0263 | Email: [email protected]
Community Distributed Generation Disclosure Statement and Agreement
Customer Information and Name: Village of East Aurora
Distribution Utility
Service Address: See Schedule 1
Phone:
Email:
Account Number: See Schedule 1
Electric Utility: NYSEG
Overview This document is your subscriber agreement and describes the terms of your community
solar subscription. Read this document carefully so that you fully understand the
agreement.
Price, Fees, and There are no up-front fees or payments. Each month, you will receive Bill Credits on your
Charges electric utility bill based on the electricity generated by the Project. Your Subscription Fee,
equal to 95% of the value of the Bill Credits you receive each month, will be automatically
taken from the Bill Credits you receive on your utility bill.
After the Bill Credits are reduced by the Subscription Fee, you will receive a net savings
equal to 5% of the Bill Credits you receive. You will not be charged any other fees.
Project Location and Location: State Route 70, Burns, New York 14822
Customer Allocation
Initial Expected Percentage Allocation: ___% (____ kW), subject to adjustment by
Provider. See Schedule 1
Generation allocated to customer: Once you have completed your enrollment process,
your utility data will be analyzed to ensure a correct allocation. Your allocation may be up
to 100% of your historic annual usage. We will send you notification by e-mail when your
account has been connected to a Project, and provide you with additional details including
Project location and size.
At any time, Provider shall have the right to make adjustments to your Percentage
Allocation, which is the percentage of the Bill Credits allocable to you.
Length of Agreement The term of the agreement is one (1) year and will commence on the date of the first utility
and Renewal bill displaying Bill Credits. Following the one (1) year term, the agreement will be
automatically extended on a yearly basis under the same terms and conditions unless you
or the Provider elects to terminate the agreement by providing written notice.
Early Termination You may terminate the agreement at any time during the agreement term, without
penalty or fee, by providing no less than sixty (60) days written notice to Provider.
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Estimated Benefits Credit allocations are capped at your historic average annual consumption.
Bill Credits generated from the Project will be applied to your utility bill based on the VDER
Credit Rate. “VDER Credit Rate” is the monetary rate that your utility attributes to each
kWh generated from the Project.
Guarantees You are guaranteed to receive 5% of the value of Bill Credits applied to your utility account
each month, representing a net savings on your utility bill. This contract does not
guarantee a minimum level of system performance or production of energy.
Data Sharing and Privacy Information such as your annual energy consumption and billing cycle will be requested
Policy on your behalf from your utility. This data will be used to appropriately allocate energy
Bill Credits to your bill and communicate any errors to the utility for resolution.
Provider will restrict disclosure of identifiable information solely to employees,
representatives, investors, advisors, and/or governmental agencies with a need to know
and will not disclose the information to other third parties.
Assignment The CDG Provider may assign this Agreement to any affiliate, any financial institution, or
any entity that has agreed in writing to recognize Subscriber’s rights under this Agreement
and to not disturb any of Subscriber’s rights hereunder, provided Subscriber is not in
default of this Agreement. The CDG Provider may assign or transfer this Agreement
without providing Subscriber with prior notice and without obtaining Subscriber’s prior
consent, and upon any such assignment or transfer, the assignor shall be released from
all future obligations under this Agreement.
Right to Cancel Without Notwithstanding your other rights to terminate, you have the regulatory right to
Penalty terminate the contract without penalty within three (3) business days after signing the
contract by notifying Provider at [email protected]. Include your utility account
number and name in an e-mail with the subject line, “Right to Cancel”. You can also submit
the attached Exhibit A to the email.
Customer Rights and This agreement and the services hereunder are subject to the Home Energy Fair
Dispute Resolution Practices Act (“HEFPA”) (a summary of which can be found at http://www.dps.ny.gov/)
and the Uniform Business Practices for Distributed Energy Resources Suppliers (UBP-
DERS), New York Public Service Commission, Case No. 15-M-0180 (December 1, 2017)
(a summary of which can be found at https://www.nyserda.ny.gov), which provide you
with certain rights and protections relating to late charges, disputes, and other matters.
See 16 N.Y. Codes, Rules, Regs. 11.1 through 11.22 for additional details regarding your
rights under HEFPHA. If you have questions regarding these rights, you can contact the
Department of Public Service Helpline at 1-800-342-3377.
You may file a complaint on the Helpline or by following the instructions at
https://dps.ny.gov/file-complaint
Incorporation of By executing this Disclosure Statement, you agree to the terms and conditions set forth
Agreement herein.
CDG Project Manager The CDG Provider has designated PowerMarket as its CDG Project Manager. Any
notices and communications shall be directed to:
PowerMarket
600 Fifth Avenue, 2nd Floor
New York, NY 10020
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[email protected]
708-669-0263
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[Signature Page]
Signature of Customer: Date:
Signature of CDG Manager: Date:
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EXHIBIT A-1
(CDG Host Copy)
NOTICE OF CANCELLATION
Date of Transaction: _____________ (this is the date the Subscriber (hereinafter “You”)
signed the Contract).
You may CANCEL this transaction, without any penalty or obligation, within THREE
BUSINESS DAYS from the above date. If You cancel, any property traded in, any payments
made by You under the Contract or sale and any negotiable instrument executed by You will
be returned within TEN BUSINESS DAYS following receipt by PowerMarket (“Provider”) of
Your cancellation notice.
If You cancel, You must make available to Provider at Your residence, in substantially as
good condition as when received, any goods delivered to You under the Contract or sale, or
You may, if You wish, comply with the instructions of Provider regarding the return shipment
of the goods at Provider’s expense and risk.
If You make the goods available to Provider and Provider does not pick them up within 20
days of the date of Your notice of cancellation, You may retain or dispose of the goods
without any further obligation. If You fail to make the goods available to Provider, or if You
agree to return the goods to Provider and fail to do so, then You remain liable for
performance of all obligations under the Contract.
To cancel this transaction, mail or deliver a signed and dated copy of this cancellation
notice, or any other written notice, to PowerMarket at [email protected] or to 600 Fifth
Avenue, 2nd Floor, New York, NY 10020 Attn: PowerMarket no later than THREE BUSINESS
DAYS from the date You signed the Contract.
I, ______________________ HEREBY CANCEL THIS TRANSACTION on _______________
20___.
Subscriber’s Signature:
__________________________________________
Subscriber’s Signature:
__________________________________________
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EXHIBIT A-2
(Subscriber Copy)
NOTICE OF CANCELLATION
Date of Transaction: _____________ (this is the date the subscriber (hereinafter “You”)
signed the Contract).
You may CANCEL this transaction, without any penalty or obligation, within THREE
BUSINESS DAYS from the above date. If You cancel, any property traded in, any payments
made by You under the Contract or sale and any negotiable instrument executed by You will
be returned within TEN BUSINESS DAYS following receipt by PowerMarket (“Provider”) of
Your cancellation notice.
If You cancel, You must make available to Provider at Your residence, in substantially as
good condition as when received, any goods delivered to You under the Contract or sale, or
You may, if You wish, comply with the instructions of Provider regarding the return shipment
of the goods at Provider’s expense and risk.
If You make the goods available to Provider and Provider does not pick them up within 20
days of the date of Your notice of cancellation, You may retain or dispose of the goods
without any further obligation. If You fail to make the goods available to Provider, or if You
agree to return the goods to Provider and fail to do so, then You remain liable for
performance of all obligations under the Contract.
To cancel this transaction, mail or deliver a signed and dated copy of this cancellation
notice, or any other written notice, to PowerMarket at [email protected] or to 600 Fifth
Avenue, 2nd Floor, New York, NY 10020 Attn: PowerMarket no later than THREE BUSINESS
DAYS from the date You signed the Contract.
I, ______________________ HEREBY CANCEL THIS TRANSACTION on _______________
20___.
Subscriber’s Signature:
__________________________________________
Subscriber’s Signature:
______________________________________
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Schedule 1
Account Name Account Number Service Address Allocation Allocation
(%) (Kw)
East Aurora Fire Dept 10041637827 33 Center St, East Aurora NY 14052 0.69% 46.423
Village of East Aurora 10011111712 Pine St, East Aurora NY 14052 0.05% 3.509
Village of East Aurora 10013627491 ST LTG R2, East Aurora NY 14052 0.68% 45.628
Village of East Aurora 10013627483 ST LTG R3, East Aurora NY 14052 6.38% 431.293
Village of East Aurora 10010310448 571 Main St, East Aurora NY 14052 0.49% 33.369
Village of East Aurora 10095404249 S Grove St, East Aurora NY 14052 0.18% 12.012
Village of East Aurora 10010483419 Elmwood & Chest 1PH, East Aurora NY 14052 0.23% 15.305
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VILLAGE OF EAST AURORA
COMMEMORATIVE MEMORIAL TREE AND BENCH PROGRAM
PROPOSED POLICY — DRAFT FOR ATTORNEY AND CLERK REVIEW
Proposed Adoption: [DATE]
Approved By: Village Board of Trustees
Effective Date: [DATE]
1. PURPOSE AND INTENT
The Village of East Aurora recognizes that individuals, organizations, events and
contributions may have played a meaningful role in the civic, cultural, historical, social or
community life of the Village and that, in appropriate circumstances, a public memorial
may provide a lasting and meaningful way to recognize such contributions.
The purpose of this policy is to establish a consistent, equitable and transparent process
by which the Village may consider requests for commemorative memorial trees and
benches on Village-owned property or within Village rights-of-way.
The Village intends this program to provide for public commemoration of persons,
organizations, events and contributions having a substantial and meaningful
connection to the Village, rather than to establish a program through which private
individuals may purchase or reserve memorial space on public property.
The Village Board recognizes that a meaningful connection to the Village is not necessarily
limited to legal residency. A person who did not reside in the Village may, under appropriate
circumstances, have had a substantial and longstanding presence in, relationship with, or
contribution to the Village community.
At the same time, a person's general appreciation of the Village, occasional visitation, or
personal preference for the Village, without more, shall not ordinarily constitute a sufficient
basis for a commemorative memorial on Village property.
2. POLICY AUTHORITY
This policy shall govern the Village's consideration of requests for commemorative
memorial trees and benches and shall be administered consistently with the East Aurora
Village Code, including Chapter 240, Trees, and any other applicable law, ordinance, rule or
regulation.
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Nothing in this policy shall be interpreted to diminish or alter the existing responsibilities of
the Department of Public Works, the Village Tree Board, the Village Board of Trustees, or
any other Village board, department or official under the Village Code.
To the extent that this policy conflicts with applicable law or the Village Code, the
applicable law or Village Code shall control.
3. DEFINITIONS
For purposes of this policy:
A. Applicant
The person, family member, organization, business, civic group or other entity submitting a
request for a commemorative memorial.
B. Commemorative Memorial
A memorial tree, memorial bench, or associated commemorative plaque or marker
approved pursuant to this policy.
C. Memorial Tree
A tree planted on Village-owned property or within a Village right-of-way in recognition or
memory of an eligible person, organization, event or contribution.
D. Memorial Bench
A bench installed on Village-owned property in recognition or memory of an eligible person,
organization, event or contribution.
E. Eligible Subject
A deceased person, organization, event or contribution determined by the Village Board to
satisfy the eligibility standards established by this policy.
F. Village
The Village of East Aurora, New York, acting through its Village Board, departments, boards,
officers and employees, as applicable.
4. GENERAL ELIGIBILITY
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A request for a commemorative memorial shall demonstrate that the proposed subject has
a substantial and meaningful connection to the Village of East Aurora or has made
a meaningful contribution to the life of the Village or its residents.
The following factors may be considered, individually or in combination:
1. Whether the person was a current or former resident of the Village;
2. Whether the person owned or operated a business or organization within the Village;
3. Whether the person provided significant civic, charitable, cultural, educational,
professional, volunteer, or public service to the Village;
4. Whether the person had substantial involvement with Village institutions,
organizations, schools, civic groups, businesses or public service organizations;
5. Whether the person had a longstanding and recognizable presence in the Village
community;
6. Whether the person's activities, work, service, or daily presence had a meaningful
effect on the Village or its residents;
7. Whether the person made an extraordinary or otherwise significant contribution to
the Village;
8. Whether the proposed memorial would recognize an event or contribution of
particular historical, civic, cultural, or community significance to the Village;
9. The length and nature of the person's connection to the Village; and
10. Any other facts that reasonably demonstrate a substantial and meaningful
connection between the proposed subject and the Village.
A. Residency Not Required
Residence within the Village shall not be an absolute requirement for eligibility.
A nonresident may be considered eligible where the evidence demonstrates a substantial
and meaningful connection to the Village or a significant contribution to the Village
community.
B. Insufficient Connection
The following, standing alone, shall generally be insufficient to establish eligibility:
1. Occasional visitation to the Village;
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2. Attendance at Village events as a visitor;
3. General appreciation for the beauty, character, or history of the Village;
4. A desire by a family member or other applicant to create a memorial in a particular
Village location without a substantial connection between the proposed subject
and the Village;
5. Ownership of property outside the Village without a meaningful community
connection;
6. A personal, sentimental, or familial connection to the Village that does not
otherwise demonstrate a substantial community connection; or
7. The fact that the proposed subject enjoyed visiting or spending time in the Village.
Nothing in this subsection shall prevent the Village Board from considering the totality of
the circumstances where other evidence demonstrates a substantial and meaningful
connection to the Village.
5. PUBLIC COMMEMORATION; NO RIGHT TO A MEMORIAL
Approval under this policy is discretionary.
No person shall have a right or entitlement to a commemorative memorial on Village
property based solely upon residency, length of residency, payment of costs, donation of
funds, or satisfaction of any individual criterion in this policy.
The Village Board shall determine whether a proposed subject is appropriate for public
commemoration on Village property.
The Village's decision shall consider the totality of the circumstances and the purposes of
this program.
The Village Board may decline an otherwise eligible request when, in its judgment, a public
memorial is not appropriate under the circumstances or would not serve the purposes of
this policy.
6. TYPES OF MEMORIALS
The Village may consider requests for:
1. Memorial trees;
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2. Memorial benches; or
3. A memorial tree or bench accompanied by an approved commemorative plaque or
marker.
The Village Board may establish standards, limitations or caps on the number of memorials
approved under this program.
The availability of a particular type of memorial shall be subject to the availability of
appropriate Village property and the Village's operational, maintenance and capital needs.
PART I — APPLICATION AND REVIEW PROCESS
7. APPLICATION
An application for a commemorative memorial shall be submitted to the Village Clerk on a
form approved by the Village.
The application shall include, at a minimum:
1. The name and contact information of the applicant;
2. The name of the person, organization, event or contribution to be commemorated;
3. A description of the subject's connection to the Village;
4. A description of the person's or organization's contributions to the Village, if
applicable;
5. A proposed location, if the applicant wishes to suggest one;
6. The requested type of memorial;
7. A proposed plaque or inscription, if applicable;
8. Any supporting documentation the applicant wishes the Village to consider; and
9. Any additional information reasonably requested by the Village Administrator.
The applicant may be requested to provide letters, photographs, historical information,
newspaper articles, organizational records or other documentation supporting the
proposed memorial.
The Village may accept applications submitted by an individual, family member,
organization, civic group, business or other interested party.
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Submission of an application does not create a right to consideration by the Village Board
or a right to a commemorative memorial.
8. PRELIMINARY ELIGIBILITY AND ADMINISTRATIVE SCREENING
Before an application is referred for technical review or presented to the Village Board, the
Village Administrator, or their designee, shall conduct a preliminary administrative
screening.
The purpose of the preliminary screening is to determine whether the application presents
sufficient information to warrant further consideration under this policy.
The Village Administrator shall consider whether:
1. The application is complete;
2. The proposed subject falls within a category that may be considered under this
policy;
3. The application provides sufficient information demonstrating a substantial and
meaningful connection to the Village or a meaningful contribution to the Village
community;
4. The request is consistent with the purpose and intent of this policy; and
5. Additional information is reasonably necessary before the application can proceed.
The Village Administrator may request additional information from the applicant before
making a preliminary determination.
A. Administrative Determination
Following preliminary screening, the Village Administrator may:
1. Advance the application for technical review and potential consideration by the
Village Board;
2. Request additional information from the applicant;
3. Defer the application pending resolution of a location, technical, operational or
other issue; or
4. Close the application without referral to the Village Board where the application
does not demonstrate a sufficient connection to the Village, is inconsistent with the
purpose of this policy, or otherwise does not warrant further consideration.
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A determination to close an application under this section shall not constitute a final
determination by the Village Board regarding the eligibility of the person, organization,
event or contribution for public commemoration.
The Village Administrator shall provide the applicant with written notice of a decision to
close an application and, where appropriate, a brief explanation of the basis for the
determination.
B. Discretionary Nature of Screening
The preliminary screening process is intended to manage the administration of the program
and ensure that applications presented to the Village Board are sufficiently developed and
appropriate for municipal consideration.
The Village Administrator shall not make a final determination that a person, organization,
event or contribution is or is not worthy of public commemoration. Final approval of a
commemorative memorial remains with the Village Board as provided in this policy.
C. Reapplication Following Administrative Closure
An application that is closed under this section may be resubmitted when the applicant
can provide materially new information, address the deficiencies identified by the Village
Administrator, or present a substantially different proposal.
The Village Administrator may determine whether a subsequent submission presents
sufficient new information to warrant further review.
9. TECHNICAL REVIEW
Applications advanced through preliminary administrative screening shall be referred, as
appropriate, for technical review.
Technical review may include review by the Department of Public Works, the Village Tree
Board, the Village Administrator, the Village Clerk, or other Village personnel or advisors as
appropriate to the proposed memorial.
Technical review shall address matters including:
1. Proposed location;
2. Accessibility;
3. Public safety;
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4. Pedestrian circulation;
5. Maintenance;
6. Utilities and infrastructure;
7. Future Village projects;
8. Tree species and planting conditions;
9. Bench design and placement;
10. Site conditions; and
11. Other operational or technical considerations.
Technical review shall not determine whether the proposed subject is worthy of public
commemoration. That determination shall remain with the Village Board.
10. TECHNICAL REVIEW OF MEMORIAL TREES
For requests involving memorial trees, the Department of Public Works shall review the
proposed location, tree species, size, planting conditions and other operational
considerations.
The Village Tree Board may be consulted when appropriate regarding:
1. Tree species;
2. Tree size;
3. Planting location;
4. Tree spacing;
5. Compatibility with existing trees;
6. Long-term tree health;
7. Diversity of species;
8. Consistency with Village tree practices; and
9. Other horticultural or forestry considerations.
The Tree Board's role under this policy shall be advisory.
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The Tree Board shall not have final authority to determine whether a person, organization,
event or contribution is worthy of public commemoration.
11. TECHNICAL REVIEW OF MEMORIAL BENCHES
For requests involving memorial benches, the Department of Public Works shall review the
proposed location and design for:
1. Pedestrian circulation;
2. Accessibility;
3. Public safety;
4. Maintenance requirements;
5. Compatibility with surrounding improvements;
6. Existing benches and public amenities;
7. Utilities and infrastructure;
8. Future Village projects; and
9. Other operational considerations.
The Village may require that a proposed bench design be modified or replaced with a
Village-approved design.
12. VILLAGE BOARD REVIEW AND APPROVAL
Following preliminary administrative screening and any necessary technical review, the
application may be presented to the Village Board of Trustees for final consideration.
The Village Board shall have final authority over:
1. Whether the proposed subject is eligible for public commemoration;
2. Whether a memorial is appropriate;
3. Whether a memorial tree or bench is approved;
4. The type and general design of the memorial;
5. The location of the memorial;
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6. The species and size of a memorial tree;
7. The wording and design of any plaque or marker; and
8. Any conditions imposed upon approval.
The Village Board may approve, deny, table, modify or condition an application.
Approval may be conditioned upon completion of additional requirements identified by the
Village.
An application that has been advanced by the Village Administrator shall not be deemed
recommended for approval solely by virtue of having been advanced.
The Village Board retains independent and final discretion to approve or deny any
application.
n application for a commemorative memorial shall be submitted to the Village Clerk on a
form approved by the Village.
The application shall include, at a minimum:
1. The name and contact information of the applicant;
2. The name of the person, organization, event or contribution to be commemorated;
3. A description of the subject's connection to the Village;
4. A description of the person's or organization's contributions to the Village, if
applicable;
5. A proposed location, if the applicant wishes to suggest one;
6. The requested type of memorial;
7. A proposed plaque or inscription, if applicable;
8. Any supporting documentation the applicant wishes the Village to consider; and
9. Any additional information reasonably requested by the Village.
The applicant may be requested to provide letters, photographs, historical information,
newspaper articles, organizational records or other documentation supporting the
proposed memorial.
The Village may accept applications submitted by an individual, family member,
organization, civic group, business, or other interested party.
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8. PRELIMINARY ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW
Before an application is presented to the Village Board, it shall undergo a preliminary
administrative review.
The Village Administrator, or their designee, shall coordinate the preliminary review in
consultation with the Department of Public Works and the Village Clerk.
The purpose of the preliminary review shall be to determine:
1. Whether the application is complete;
2. Whether the proposed subject appears to meet the basic eligibility criteria;
3. Whether the proposed memorial type is feasible;
4. Whether the proposed or potential location is appropriate for further consideration;
5. Whether there are foreseeable operational, accessibility, maintenance, safety,
utility, construction, or other concerns; and
6. Whether additional information should be obtained before the matter is presented
to the Village Board.
The preliminary review is not intended to constitute final approval of the memorial.
The Village Administrator may recommend that an application be supplemented, modified,
deferred, or not forwarded to the Village Board where the application clearly fails to satisfy
the basic requirements of this policy.
9. TECHNICAL REVIEW OF MEMORIAL TREES
For requests involving memorial trees, the Department of Public Works shall review the
proposed location, tree species, size, planting conditions and other operational
considerations.
The Village Tree Board may be consulted when appropriate regarding:
1. Tree species;
2. Tree size;
3. Planting location;
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4. Tree spacing;
5. Compatibility with existing trees;
6. Long-term tree health;
7. Diversity of species;
8. Consistency with Village tree practices; and
9. Other horticultural or forestry considerations.
The Tree Board's role under this policy shall be advisory.
The Tree Board shall not have final authority to determine whether a person, organization,
event or contribution is worthy of public commemoration.
10. TECHNICAL REVIEW OF MEMORIAL BENCHES
For requests involving memorial benches, the Department of Public Works shall review the
proposed location and design for:
1. Pedestrian circulation;
2. Accessibility;
3. Public safety;
4. Maintenance requirements;
5. Compatibility with surrounding improvements;
6. Existing benches and public amenities;
7. Utilities and infrastructure;
8. Future Village projects; and
9. Other operational considerations.
The Village may require that a proposed bench design be modified or replaced with a
Village-approved design.
11. VILLAGE BOARD REVIEW AND APPROVAL
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Following preliminary administrative review, the application shall be presented to the
Village Board of Trustees for final consideration.
The Village Board shall have final authority over:
1. Whether the proposed subject is eligible for public commemoration;
2. Whether a memorial is appropriate;
3. Whether a memorial tree or bench is approved;
4. The type and general design of the memorial;
5. The location of the memorial;
6. The species and size of a memorial tree;
7. The wording and design of any plaque or marker; and
8. Any conditions imposed upon approval.
The Village Board may approve, deny, table, modify or condition an application.
Approval may be conditioned upon completion of additional requirements identified by the
Village.
PART II — LOCATION AND DESIGN
12. LOCATION
The Village shall retain sole discretion to determine the final location of any memorial tree
or bench.
An applicant may request a specific location, but such request shall be advisory only and
shall not create any right to that location.
Memorials may be located on Village-owned property or within Village rights-of-way when
determined appropriate by the Village.
The Village shall consider:
1. Public safety;
2. Accessibility;
3. Pedestrian circulation;
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4. Existing landscaping;
5. Existing trees and vegetation;
6. Utilities and infrastructure;
7. Drainage;
8. Sight lines;
9. Proximity to roads and intersections;
10. Compatibility with surrounding property;
11. Future construction or capital projects;
12. Maintenance requirements;
13. The character and appearance of the location; and
14. Any other factor relevant to the Village's use and management of the property.
The Village shall not be required to maintain a list of available memorial locations.
13. MEMORIAL TREES — SPECIES AND SIZE
All memorial trees shall be selected and planted in accordance with applicable Village
requirements and sound horticultural practices.
The Village may maintain or utilize lists of desirable and prohibited tree species consistent
with Chapter 240 of the Village Code.
The Village shall have final authority over the species and size of a memorial tree.
As a general guideline, memorial trees should be of a size comparable to trees used in the
Village's regular street-tree planting program, generally approximately two-inch caliper or
another size determined appropriate by the Department of Public Works.
Very small or immature saplings may be rejected where their size would make
establishment, protection or long-term maintenance impractical.
Trees substantially larger than the Village's standard planting size may also be rejected
where the size would materially reduce the likelihood of successful transplanting or
establishment.
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The Village may require an alternative species or size where the requested tree is
unsuitable for the proposed location.
14. MEMORIAL BENCHES — DESIGN AND SIZE
All memorial benches shall be of a design, material, color and size approved by the Village.
The Village may establish one or more standard bench designs for use under this program.
An applicant may request a particular design, but the Village shall have final authority over
the bench design.
Benches shall not interfere with pedestrian circulation, accessibility, drainage,
maintenance activities, snow removal or other Village operations.
PART III — PLAQUES AND INSCRIPTIONS
15. MEMORIAL PLAQUES
A commemorative plaque or marker may be permitted in connection with an approved
memorial.
All plaques and markers shall be subject to final approval by the Village Board or its
authorized designee.
The Village shall determine the appropriate size, material, design, placement and method
of installation based upon the location and type of memorial.
The Village may establish standard plaque formats for the program.
16. PLAQUE WORDING
Plaque wording shall be limited to language appropriate for a public memorial.
Plaques shall not contain:
1. Commercial advertising;
2. Business promotion;
3. Political campaign messages;
4. Political endorsements;
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5. Profane or obscene language;
6. Language that is discriminatory, threatening or harassing;
7. Language that is unrelated to the approved memorial; or
8. Other content inconsistent with the purpose of a public commemorative memorial.
The Village reserves the right to approve, reject or require modification of proposed plaque
wording.
The Village may establish a maximum number of words or characters and may require the
use of a standard memorial format.
PART IV — COSTS AND DONATIONS
17. APPLICANT RESPONSIBILITY FOR COSTS
Unless otherwise determined by the Village Board, the applicant shall be responsible for
the costs associated with an approved memorial.
Such costs may include:
1. Purchase of the tree or bench;
2. Delivery;
3. Installation;
4. Soil preparation;
5. Tree staking and initial establishment;
6. Plaque or marker;
7. Plaque or marker installation;
8. Required landscaping or site preparation; and
9. Other reasonable costs directly associated with the memorial.
The Village may establish a fee schedule for memorial trees, benches, plaques and related
services.
The Village may require payment of estimated costs before ordering materials or
commencing installation.
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The Village may require a deposit sufficient to cover anticipated costs.
18. PAYMENT DOES NOT GUARANTEE APPROVAL
Payment of any fee, donation or estimated cost shall not constitute approval of an
application.
No applicant shall acquire a right to a memorial, location, tree species, bench design,
plaque wording or other Village property by virtue of payment.
If an application is denied, the Village shall determine the disposition of any funds
previously deposited in accordance with the applicable fee schedule and any agreement
with the applicant.
PART V — INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE
19. INSTALLATION
All memorial trees and benches shall be installed by the Village or by a contractor
authorized by the Village.
Applicants shall not independently install, remove, modify, repair or relocate a memorial
on Village property.
The Village shall determine the timing of installation.
Memorial trees shall generally be planted during periods considered appropriate for long-
term tree survival and establishment, as determined by the Department of Public Works.
20. OWNERSHIP
Upon installation on Village-owned property or within a Village right-of-way, the memorial
tree, bench, plaque and associated improvements shall become and remain the property
of the Village.
The applicant shall acquire no ownership interest, easement, leasehold interest,
maintenance right or other property interest in the memorial or the location.
21. TREE MAINTENANCE
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Memorial trees shall be maintained by the Village in substantially the same manner as
other Village trees, subject to available resources and the Village's ordinary maintenance
practices.
The Village shall not guarantee the survival of any memorial tree.
Memorial trees may be pruned, treated, relocated, removed or replaced as determined
necessary for public safety, tree health, utility work, construction, infrastructure work,
maintenance or other legitimate Village purposes.
22. INITIAL TREE ESTABLISHMENT
The Village shall make reasonable efforts to establish newly planted memorial trees in
accordance with its ordinary tree-planting practices.
Where appropriate, newly planted trees may receive staking, watering and other
establishment measures consistent with Village practices.
The Village shall not be responsible for providing a level of care beyond that ordinarily
provided to comparable Village trees.
23. TREE FAILURE AND REPLACEMENT
If a memorial tree dies or fails within the first two years following installation, the Village
shall evaluate the condition of the tree and may replace it in accordance with its ordinary
tree-replacement practices.
The Village may select a different species, size or location where the original selection or
location is determined to be unsuitable.
After two years, the Village shall have no obligation to replace a memorial tree that dies,
becomes diseased, is damaged, or is removed for any reason.
Nothing in this section shall limit the Village's authority to replace a tree at any time when
the Village determines that replacement is appropriate.
PART VI — REMOVAL, RELOCATION AND CHANGES
24. VILLAGE RIGHT TO REMOVE OR RELOCATE MEMORIALS
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The Village reserves the right to remove, relocate, modify or replace a memorial when
reasonably necessary for:
1. Public safety;
2. Construction;
3. Infrastructure improvements;
4. Utility work;
5. Accessibility improvements;
6. Changes in park or streetscape design;
7. Tree health;
8. Disease or infestation;
9. Damage or deterioration;
10. Maintenance;
11. Changes in the use of Village property; or
12. Other legitimate municipal purposes.
The existence of a memorial shall not restrict the Village's ability to use, improve, maintain
or alter Village property.
25. NOTICE AND CONSULTATION REGARDING REMOVAL
Where reasonably practicable, the Village shall make a good-faith effort to contact the
original applicant before permanently removing or substantially altering a commemorative
plaque or memorial.
Where feasible, the Village may offer the applicant the opportunity to:
1. Receive the plaque or marker;
2. Relocate the plaque or marker at the applicant's expense;
3. Transfer the plaque or marker to another location approved by the Village; or
4. Consider another appropriate disposition.
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Nothing in this section shall require the Village to delay an action necessary to protect
public health, safety, property or Village infrastructure.
26. NO GUARANTEE OF PERMANENCE
Approval of a memorial does not guarantee that the memorial, tree, bench, plaque, or
location will remain permanently in place.
Applicants shall acknowledge this condition before installation.
PART VII — SPECIAL CONDITIONS
27. MULTIPLE MEMORIAL REQUESTS
The Village may consider the number and concentration of existing memorials when
evaluating a new application.
The Village may deny or defer an application where approval would result in an excessive
concentration of memorials in a particular park, street, area or facility.
The Village may establish limits on the number of memorials within a particular location.
28. DUPLICATIVE MEMORIALS
The Village may consider whether a proposed memorial would duplicate an existing Village
memorial or commemoration.
The existence of another memorial shall not automatically prohibit a new memorial, but
the Village may determine that an additional memorial is unnecessary or inappropriate.
29. MEMORIALS FOR ORGANIZATIONS, EVENTS OR CONTRIBUTIONS
The Village Board may approve memorials recognizing organizations, events, historic
occurrences or significant contributions to the Village where the subject has substantial
civic, historical, cultural or community significance.
Such memorials shall be evaluated under the same general principles applicable to
individual memorials.
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30. LIVING PERSONS
Memorial trees and benches under this program are intended primarily to commemorate
deceased persons, organizations, events and contributions.
Requests to recognize living individuals may be considered only where the Village Board
determines that the request serves an appropriate public commemorative purpose and is
consistent with the intent of this policy.
The Village may establish additional restrictions on memorials recognizing living persons.
31. COMMERCIAL OR PRIVATE NAMING RIGHTS
No memorial approved under this policy shall constitute a grant of naming rights for Village
property.
A memorial shall not be used primarily as advertising, promotion, sponsorship recognition
or commercial identification.
The Village Board may establish separate policies governing sponsorships, donations,
naming rights or other forms of recognition.
PART VIII — ADMINISTRATION
32. RECORD OF APPROVED MEMORIALS
The Village Clerk shall maintain a record of memorials approved under this program.
The record may include:
1. Name of the memorialized person, organization or event;
2. Applicant;
3. Date of approval;
4. Type of memorial;
5. Location;
6. Tree species, where applicable;
7. Plaque wording;
8. Installation date; and
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9. Other information deemed appropriate by the Village.
The Village may maintain the record in electronic form.
33. CEREMONIES AND DEDICATIONS
The Village shall not be required to participate in or conduct a dedication ceremony.
Applicants may request permission to conduct a dedication ceremony at the memorial
site, subject to applicable Village requirements and scheduling.
Village officials, board members or employees may participate in such ceremonies at their
discretion and subject to availability.
Any ceremony shall not interfere with normal Village operations or public use of the
property.
34. ADMINISTRATIVE FORMS AND PROCEDURES
The Village Administrator, in consultation with the Village Clerk and Department of Public
Works, may develop application forms, informational materials, standard plaque
specifications, standard bench designs, fee schedules and administrative procedures
necessary to implement this policy, subject to any required approval by the Village Board.
Administrative procedures shall not modify the eligibility standards or final approval
authority established by this policy.
35. RECONSIDERATION AND REAPPLICATION
An applicant whose request is denied may submit a written request for reconsideration to
the Village Board within thirty (30) days of the decision.
A request for reconsideration shall identify the basis for reconsideration and may include
additional information not previously submitted.
Following a final denial, an applicant shall not submit a substantially similar application
concerning the same person, organization or event for a period of one (1) year from the date
of denial, unless the Village Administrator determines that the subsequent application
presents materially new information, circumstances, or a substantially different memorial
proposal that warrants reconsideration.
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The Village Administrator may determine that an application is substantially similar to a
previously denied application and may decline to forward such application to the Village
Board.
Nothing in this section shall prevent the Village Board from reconsidering a prior decision
on its own initiative.
A subsequent application shall not be used to circumvent a prior Village Board
determination by changing the identity of the applicant while leaving the subject and
substance of the request substantially unchanged.
36. VILLAGE DISCRETION
Nothing in this policy shall be construed to require the Village to approve a commemorative
memorial.
The Village Board retains discretion to determine whether a proposed memorial is
consistent with the public interest, the character of the Village, the purposes of this
program and the appropriate use of Village property.
The Village may establish additional reasonable conditions as part of any approval.
37. SEVERABILITY
If any provision of this policy is determined to be invalid or unenforceable, such
determination shall not affect the validity or enforceability of the remaining provisions.
38. REVIEW OF POLICY
The Village Board may periodically review this policy and may amend, suspend or
terminate the commemorative memorial program at any time, subject to applicable law.
Memorials previously approved and installed shall remain subject to the terms of this
policy and any subsequent policy or law governing the use, maintenance or alteration of
Village property.
39. APPROVAL
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This policy was adopted by resolution of the Village Board of Trustees of the Village of East
Aurora on ______________________.
Village of East Aurora
By: ______________________________
Mayor
Date: ____________________________
Attest:
Village Clerk
Date: ____________________________
A few things I would specifically flag for the attorney
1. I would ask the attorney whether this should be a resolution/policy or incorporated
into the Village Code. I deliberately drafted this as a policy rather than pretending to know
the proper legislative vehicle. New York's Department of State distinguishes local laws
adopted by the legislative body from other municipal actions, so the attorney should
determine the appropriate mechanism. D Department of State+1
2. I would have the attorney look particularly closely at Sections 4, 5, 16, 18, 25 and
30. Those are the places where the Village is exercising discretion over eligibility, public
property, plaque content, donations and commemorations.
3. I intentionally changed the old draft's Tree Board role. Under the current Code, the
Tree Board is an advisory body concerning trees; that makes it a very good technical
reviewer, but I agree with you that it shouldn't be deciding whether someone's life warrants
a public memorial. E Ecode360
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One change I particularly like compared with the old draft
I would not carry forward the old $50 administrative charge. I'd instead have the Village
establish an actual fee schedule based on the Village's anticipated costs. That gives you
flexibility to have, for example, a tree fee, a bench fee, a plaque fee, and potentially an
installation/site-preparation fee rather than having to amend the policy every time costs
change.
And I would not make the applicant responsible for watering a street tree as the old
draft contemplated. The old language is somewhat awkward because responsibility could
effectively fall on an adjacent property owner who had nothing to do with the memorial. I'd
make the memorial tree part of the Village's ordinary tree-maintenance system.
One final policy choice I'd discuss with the Board
I think the most important decision before this goes to the attorney is who conducts the
preliminary review.
My preference would be:
Applicant → Village Clerk (completeness) → Village Administrator + DPW
Superintendent (preliminary review) → Tree Board only if a tree/technical issue
warrants it → Village Board (final decision).
That keeps the Tree Board out of the uncomfortable position of deciding whether a
deceased person was “important enough,” while giving you a meaningful screening process
so the full Board isn't receiving applications that are obviously inconsistent with the policy.
And importantly, the first person's situation you described would have a clear path
through this policy: residency isn't required, and a longstanding, recognizable presence
and meaningful relationship with the East Aurora community can independently establish
eligibility. The second situation would generally fail because merely admiring East Aurora's
beauty, without a substantial community connection, isn't enough.
I think that's the core distinction the policy needs to accomplish.