Village Board agenda — June 1, 2026

Government: Village of East Aurora
Board: Village Board
Meeting: Jun 1, 2026
Kind: Agenda
Topics: Zoning and land use, Public safety, Water, sewer and drainage, Audits and oversight, Budget and taxes, Moratoriums, Parks and recreation, Roads and traffic, Housing

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[DRAFT] for discussion purposes only

TO:  Board of Trustees of the Village of East Aurora
FROM:  Mayor Wochensky
DATE:  May 27, 2026
RE:  Proposal for the Creation of the Village of East Aurora Downtown
Revitalization & Economic Vitality Task Force

  1. Purpose

  The Village of East Aurora (the “Village”) has a unique opportunity to strengthen
  its position as one of Western New York’s premier walkable, historic, and
  destination-oriented communities. As the Village advances its Comprehensive
  Plan process and evaluates future opportunities relating to main street
  improvements/revitalization, economic development, tourism, historic
  preservation, arts and culture, and community investment, there is value in
  creating a collaborative advisory body focused on these issues.

  I am proposing that the Village establish a Downtown Revitalization & Economic
  Vitality Task Force to assist the Village in identifying opportunities, strengthening
  coordination among stakeholders, and positioning the Village competitively for
  future state, regional, and federal economic development and revitalization
  initiatives, including potential participation in programs such as the Downtown
  Revitalization Initiative (DRI), NY Forward, Empire State Development programs,
  and Western New York Regional Economic Development Council opportunities.

  The Task Force would function in an advisory and strategic capacity and would
  not replace or duplicate the authority of existing boards, commissions,
  departments, or elected officials.

  2. Areas of Focus

  (1) Main Street/Strategic Corridor Promotion and Economic Development

  The Task Force may assist the Village by providing recommendations and
  feedback relating to:
  - Main Street vitality and beautiﬁcation;
  - support for locally owned small businesses;
  - tourism and destination development;
  - strategic investment opportunities;
  - adaptive reuse and redevelopment opportunities;
  - activation of public spaces and commercial corridors;
  - arts, culture, and creative economy initiatives;
  - support for ﬁlm and media activity where appropriate; and,
  - strengthening East Aurora’s identity as a vibrant, walkable destination
  community.

  (2) Strategic Investment and Grant Readiness