Southtowns Record

EC.04.16.2026.Minutes.Approved

Government
Town of West Seneca
Board
Environmental Commission
Meeting
Apr 16, 2026, 6:30 p.m.
Posted by publisher
Sep 4, 2026
Kind
Minutes
Topics
Energy and data center siting, Budget and taxes, Roads and traffic

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WEST SENECA ENVIRONMENTAL COMMISSION - MEETING MINUTES
  WEST SENECA COMMUNITY CENTER - 1300 UNION ROAD, WEST SENECA, NY 14224

Ms. Geller reported Cornell Cooperative Extension will hold events on May 22 and May 23 with
master gardeners onsite and free soil pH testing (one cup of dry soil), and suggested posting
these resources. Ms. Lipiew stated the Amana Garden Club plant sale will be held at the
Burchfield, offering local options though not strictly native species.

  •  Solar panel replacement on Town facilities
Ms. Lipiew suggested pursuing replacements and expansions of solar panels on suitable Town
roofs through State programs. Chairperson Amadon stated he will contact Deputy Town
Supervisor Amelia Greenan regarding this and will message the tree inventory grant writer for
referral guidance.

  •  Planning spreadsheet: AI data centers
Chairperson Amadon reported he added background information on potential environmental
impacts of AI data centers planned in the region (outside West Seneca) to the Commission’s
planning spreadsheet to prepare for possible future Town Planning Board or Town Board
considerations. Chairperson Amadon stated he may circulate a summary by email to inform
members.

ADJOURNMENT
Motion by Mr. Szablewski, seconded by Ms. Lipiew, to adjourn the meeting at 7:09 PM.
Ayes: All  Noes: None  Abstain: None  Motion: Carried

  Respectfully submitted by Matthew Fincel, Secretary to the Environmental Commission

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