Town Board Regular Meeting Agenda, Aug 10, 2026 — Agenda (full text)
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Agenda
Natalie E. Nitsche Town Clerk
Town Board of the Town of Hamburg
August 10, 2026
1. Roll Call
2. Pledge of Allegiance
3. Minutes of Previous Meeting
RESOLVED, that the Town Board does hereby approve the minutes of the previous meeting as
follows: July 13, 2026
4. Agenda Items
4.1. Notice of Public Hearing Proposed Local Law #12, 2026
4.2. Schedule a public hearing for proposed local law
4.3. Lake View Commercial District Zoning Text Amendments Public Hearing Resolution
4.4. Additional Town Board Meeting
4.5. Amend Start Times of Town Board Work Sessions and Regular Town Board Meetings
4.6. Armor Pump Station Repair
4.7. Newton Abbott Fire Company, Inc. New Members
4.8. Big Tree Volunteer Firemen's Co, Inc- New Member O'Shaughnessy
4.9. Lake Shore Volunteer Fire Company, Inc. New Member-Golombek
4.10. Approval of local law to add a new chapter for Unmanned aircraft take-offs and
landings
4.11. Unsafe structure at 6817 Boston State Road
4.12. Emergency Demolition Contractor
4.13. Police-Budget Amendment
4.14. Police – Disposal of Miscellaneous Car Equipment
4.15. Police – Disposal of Surplus Mini Lockers
4.16. Police – Disposal of Surplus Water Equipment
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4.17. Police – Disposal of Police Vehicles
4.18. Approval of Hamburg Police Department Tow Policy
4.19. Annual Conference Travel
4.20. Mileage Reimbursement Rate
4.21. Blasdell CDBG Bid Approval
4.22. Budget Amendment Transfer
4.23. Approve PO17 Creating additional position of Account Clerk
4.24. Youth, Recreation, & Senior Servies P.A.F.
4.25. Town Board PAF
4.26. B&G PAF
4.27. B&G 20' Utility Trailer Purchase
4.28. Highway Budget Amendment
4.29. Authorize additional Authorized signer to bank accounts
4.30. Plow Truck Purchase
4.31. Vending Machine Request for Proposals
4.32. Town Clerk - PAF
4.33. Buffalo Bills NFL Stadium Economic Impact Area & Town of Hamburg CFA Zoning
Updates SEQR Negative Declaration Resolution
4.34. Buffalo Bills NFL Stadium Economic Impact Area & Town of Hamburg CFA Zoning
Updates Adoption Resolution
4.35. Chapter 109 Amendments SEQR and Adoption Resolution
4.36. Mt. Vernon Manhole Repair and Joint Lining Project SEQR Resolution
4.37. Alumni Park SEQR Lead Agency Resolution
4.38. Concession Agreement
4.39. ECWA Water System Improvements Additional Fire Hydrant
4.40. Helps Program
4.41. Workday Reporting
4.42. Town of Hamburg Drainage and Stormwater Management District Public Hearing and
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Lead Agency
4.43. Amsdell Road Extension
4.44. Schoelkopf Road Town Property Ditch Cleaning
4.45. McKinley Parkway Sidewalk Extension
4.46. Town Hall Parking Lot Change Orders
5. Public Comment
6. Meeting is adjourned by Supervisor
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Town Board of the Town of Hamburg
August 10, 2026 Meeting
4.1. Notice of Public Hearing Proposed Local Law #12, 2026
Legal Notice
Town of Hamburg
Notice of Hearing Proposed Local Law #12, 2026
PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that there has been presented to the Town Board of the Town of Hamburg on
July 13, 2026, pursuant to the Municipal Home Rule Law, a proposed local law to be known as
proposed local law #12, 2026. The purpose of the proposed local law is to amend various sections of
Chapter 109 of the Hamburg Town Code, entitled "Fair Housing", in accordance with the
recommendations of the Town of Hamburg Code Review Committee.
A copy of the proposed amendments will be available, for public review, during regular business hours
at the following locations:
Hamburg Town Hall
6100 South Park Avenue
Hamburg, New York 14075
(Town Clerk’s Office)
And may also be found at the Town’s website www.townofhamburgny.gov click on “Legal Notices and
Bids.”
THEREFORE, pursuant to the statutes and the provisions of the Municipal Home Rule Law, the Town
Board of the Town of Hamburg will hold a public hearing on the aforesaid law, at the Hamburg Town
Hall, 6100 South Park Avenue, Hamburg, New York, at 6:00 p.m. on the 10th day of August, 2026, at
which time all persons interested may be heard.
Dated: July 13, 2026 Natalie Nitsche
Town Clerk
Town of Hamburg
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Town Board of the Town of Hamburg
August 10, 2026 Meeting
4.2. Schedule a public hearing for proposed local law
WHERAS, the Hamburg Town Code contains and specifies the local laws and ordinances of the Town
of Hamburg; and
WHEREAS, the Code Review Committee reviewed various regulations of the Town of Hamburg Code
and has sent these suggested revisions to the Town Board to begin the adoption process; and
BE IT RESOLVED that the Town Clerk is authorized to schedule a public hearing on a Proposed Local
Law. The proposed local law would provide for amendments to the Hamburg Town Code in accordance
with the recommendations of the Town of Hamburg Code Review Committee, specifically:
The purpose of this local law is to amend the provisions of Chapter 76-4 L. Building permits, Chapter
280-11 Certain public uses excluded and 280-284 B. (2) Limitations on obstructions in required open
space; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that, in accordance with the State Environmental Quality Review Act
(SEQRA), the Town Board will seek Lead Agency status for this proposed legislation and authorizes
the Planning Department to perform the appropriate mailings and notifications; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Hamburg Town Board hereby authorizes the referral of these
proposed Code amendments to Erie County; and
BE IT FINALLY RESOLVED, that the Hamburg Town Board sets a Public Hearing on these proposed
Code amendments at the Hamburg Town Hall, 6100 South Park Avenue, Hamburg, NY at 6:00 pm on
September 14, 2026.
ATTACHMENTS:
208-11 Code Changes.pdf
Building Permit Renewal Code Change.pdf
Town acc structure setback.pdf
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§ 280-11Certain public uses excluded.
The regulations of this chapter shall not be construed to limit or interfere with the dedication,
development or use of any land or building for public parks, other public recreation areas or
public schools required for compulsory education; or with the use of land or buildings owned or
leased by the State of New York, the County of Erie or the Town of Hamburg and used for
governmental purposes including the installation of any type of signage, paid or unpaid parking
of vehicles, any special events held by the municipality, or any use that provides monetary
benefits to the municipality ; or with the construction, installation, operation and maintenance
for public utility purposes of water or gas pipes, mains, standpipes, reservoirs or elevated water
tanks, or conduits, electric light or electric power transmission or distribution lines, telephone
or telegraph lines, oil pipelines, sewers, sewer mains or incidental appurtenances; or with any
highway, railroad right-of-way or mass transit right-of-way existing or hereafter authorized by
the State of New York, the County of Erie or the Town of Hamburg. These exceptions, however,
shall not be interpreted to permit yards, garages or other buildings for service or storage by
said public utilities which are otherwise permitted by this chapter in appropriate districts.
Installation of standpipes, reservoirs or elevated water tanks shall be permitted only upon
approval of the Town Planning Board as to location, type of structure, a effect upon adjacent
properties and proximity to similar use areas. The Town Planning Board may prescribe
conditions which it deems necessary or desirable and may require a site plan of the proposed
installation.
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76-4 Building Permits
L.
Time limits. Building permits shall become invalid unless the authorized work is
commenced within 180 calendar days following the date of issuance. Building
permits shall expire 12 months after the date of issuance. For good cause shown,
an application may be made for a 90 day extension period or a 180 day extension
period of said permit upon payment of a renewal fee of ¼ the original building fee
for a 90 day extension or 1/2 the original building fee for a 180 day extension.
Permits can only be renewed one year beyond the original permit expiration date,
and upon such expiration the work shall continue only if a new permit is granted
at the discretion of the Code Enforcement Department.
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§ 280-284 Limitations on obstructions in required open space.
B. In R Districts:
(1) Accessory buildings and roofed projections shall not occupy more than 30% of a
required rear yard of an interior lot nor more than 40% of a required rear yard of a corner lot.
(2) No part of an accessory building shall be nearer than five feet to a rear or side lot
line.
(3) Detached accessory buildings shall be at least 10 feet from any dwelling and five feet
from any other building.
(4) No detached accessory buildings shall be permitted in required front yards, and the
maximum size of all accessory buildings on a property shall be as follows:
[Added 8-10-1987 by L.L. No. 12-1987; amended 6-12-1989 by L.L. No. 4-1989; 12-12-2005 by
L.L. No. 5-2005; 11-28-2011 by L.L. No. 14-2011; 1-14-2013 by L.L. No. 1-2013]
(a) For lots less than one acre in any residential zoning district: 850 square feet
maximum area.
(b) For lots greater than one acre in any residential zoning district: 1,000 square
feet maximum area.
(c) For lots greater than two acres in any residential zoning district: 1,500 square
feet maximum area.
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4.3. Lake View Commercial District Zoning Text Amendments Public Hearing Resolution
Whereas, the Hamburg Town Code contains and specifies the local laws and ordinances of the Town of
Hamburg; and
Whereas, the Town of Hamburg, over a three-year process, completed and adopted a new
Comprehensive Plan for the Town; and
Whereas, zoning must be in accordance with a Comprehensive Plan and the Town wants to continue the
process of bringing the Town’s zoning Code and Zoning map into conformance with the Town’s new
2022 Comprehensive Plan; and
Whereas, the Town formed a Comprehensive Plan Implementation Committee (CPIC) who, in
accordance with the Comprehensive Plan and having completed other studies and reports on land use
issues in the Town, has recommended that the Town Board pursue numerous code amendments; and
Whereas, the Town of Hamburg directed the Planning Department to work with the CPIC and a special
Non-CFA Zoning Code Committee to develop other priority zoning code updates that were not
included in a CFA grant that was received by the Town; and
Whereas, the Town CPIC, Non-CFA Zoning Code Committee, and the Planning Department developed
specific Code and zoning map revisions related to creating a new commercial district in the Lake View
area in the Town; and
Whereas, a public hearing was held on September 22nd, 2025, regarding zoning map and zoning text
amendments for this Lake View Commercial District, and the Town received several comments from
the public; and
Whereas, a public hearing was then held on February 23rd, 2026, for further input on the zoning text
amendments for the proposed Lake View Commercial District; and
Whereas, the Planning Department and the Non-CFA Zoning Code Committee have made numerous
revisions over the past six months to the Lake View Commercial District zoning text draft and would
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like to solicit further input from the public; and
Whereas, pursuant to Municipal Home Rule Law, the Town Board is proposing to enact a local law as
follows:
Be it enacted by the Town Board of the Town of Hamburg, New York, that the Hamburg Town Board
amends the Hamburg Town Code as follows (full copies attached):
Amend Chapter 280 (Zoning), by adding a new Article, entitled “LC Lake View Commercial District”;
and
Be It Finally Resolved, that the Hamburg Town Board sets a Public Hearing on these proposed
amendments at the Hamburg Town Hall, 6100 South Park Avenue, Hamburg, NY at 6:00 pm on
September 14th, 2026.
ATTACHMENTS:
Lake View Commercial District Draft 8-10-26 for PH.pdf
Lakeview_LCD Proposed Design Standards.docx
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Town of Hamburg, NY
Amend Chapter 280. Zoning
By adding a new Article LVIV LC Lake View Commercial District, as follows:
Article LVIV LC Lake View Commercial District
§ 280-420. Intent.
The Lake View Commercial District is intended to provide a controlled environment for light
commercial uses adjacent to regional arterial highways in the Lake View area of the Town of
Hamburg. These uses shall not be permitted to develop in such concentrations or in such a manner
as to become a nuisance or hazard to public welfare and safety. This district is intended to help to
protect adjoining residential areas and recognizes that certain parcels fronting Southwestern
Boulevard, Lakeview Road, and Lakeshore Road and adjacent to Interstate 90 may not be suitable
for residential development. Design will be important and will need to help blend any use into this
nature of the Lake View area which has rural, residential, and important environmental features.
§ 280-421. Permitted Uses.
A. Permitted uses shall be as follows:
(1) Personal service establishments, such as but not limited to barbershops, beauty parlors,
laundromats, dry cleaning, glass shops and small appliance repair.
(2) Office buildings and offices.
(3) Custom shops, including but not limited to printing, electrical, heating, plumbing or
woodworking shops.
(4) Landscaping sales or services.
(5) Agricultural related and support businesses (No AG tourism).
(6) Churches or other places of worship or religious education, parish houses, convents,
rectories or parsonages.
(7) Medical and other health services.
(8) Banks.
(9) Instructional facilities.
(10) Minor retail sales serving the day-to-day convenient shopping needs of the surrounding
neighborhood (less than 2,000 square feet).
(11) Non-drive-thru restaurants (under 10,000 square feet).
(12) Business rental units (see definition).
(13) Existing homes, as of the date of the adoption of this local law.
(14) Existing businesses (including those with a special use permit), as of the date of the
adoption of this local law.
(15) Prohibited uses.
a) Car washes.
b) Any use permitted in a Light Industrial or General Industrial district under the 11
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Town of Hamburg Zoning Code.
c) All uses not expressly or conditionally permitted are prohibited.
(16) The following uses by special use permit authorized by the Planning Board (see
Article XLVI):
a) Drive-thru facilities permitted with an allowed use, except for non-drive thru
restaurants.
b) Allowed commercial uses with up to 2 residential units.
c) Outdoor display.
(17) Accessory uses and structures:
a) Accessory uses and structures customarily incidental to permitted principal uses.
§ 280-422. Minimum lot size.
Lot area. Lot area will be based on the size of the building, parking requirements, and landscaping.
§ 280-423. Maximum height of buildings.
Maximum: 35 feet.
§ 280-424. Lot coverage.
Maximum: 75%.
§ 280-425. Required yards.
Unless otherwise provided, the minimum required yards and other open spaces in the LC District
shall be as specified in this section.
A. Front yard: 40 feet.
B. Side yard:
(1) Principal buildings: none required, except that:
a) Where a side yard is provided, it shall be no less than five feet.
b) Where a side yard abuts any R District boundary, it shall be not less than 20 feet
or the height of the principal building, whichever is greater.
c) Where a side yard is used for either vehicular ingress or egress, it shall be at
least 12 feet.
d) Where a side yard is used for vehicular ingress and egress, it shall not be less
than 25 feet.
C. Rear yard:
(1) Minimum: 10 feet.
(2) Abutting an R District boundary: same distance as required for a side yard along an R
district boundary.
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§ 280-426. Supplemental regulations.
For applicable supplemental regulations pertaining to use, height, area or open space, see
Articles XXXVII through XXXIX.
§ 280-427. Landscaping requirements.
Existing natural features and vegetation shall be preserved. Other landscaping treatments such
as trees and shrubbery shall be located as directed by the Planning Board to achieve residential
character and conformance with surrounding properties.
§ 280-428. Architectural requirements.
Building elevation plans must be submitted to the Planning Board which reflect designs that
accomplish the aesthetically enhanced look described in the intent section of this Code, and any
applicable zoning overlay requirements. Buildings visible from Route 5 or Route 20 shall have a
higher design image, including pitched roofs, higher quality materials, and windows facing Route
5 or Route 20, in accordance with the Intent Section.
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Lakeview Design Standards.
A. The Lakeview Commercial (LC) District is established to provide for limited,
neighborhood-scale commercial development compatible with the rural and residential
character of the Lakeview area.
B. These design standards are intended to:
(1) Ensure high-quality site and architectural design consistent with community
character;
(2) Avoid strip commercial development patterns along major corridors;
Applicability.
A. The provisions of this article shall apply to all uses, structures, site plans, and
redevelopment activities within the LC District.
B. No building permit or site plan approval shall be issued except in compliance with this
article.
Site Design Standards.
A. Building Orientation.
(1) Principal buildings shall be oriented toward the public street.
B. Setbacks.
(1) Maximum front setback: 40 feet.
C. Access Management.
(1) Shared driveways and cross-access easements shall be required where feasible.
(2) Curb cuts shall be minimized in accordance with Erie County access
management practices.
Building Design Standards.
A. Massing and Scale.
(1) Buildings shall be designed to reflect human-scale proportions.
(2) Facades shall be articulated at intervals not exceeding 50 feet.
(3) Blank walls greater than 100 feet in length are prohibited.
B. Facade Articulation.
(1) Each street-facing facade shall incorporate at least three (3) of the following:
(a) Windows or transparent glazing;
(b) Changes in materials;
(c) Architectural projections or recesses;
(d) Decorative cornices or trim elements.
C. Building Materials.
(1) Acceptable materials include brick, stone, wood, and fiber cement siding.
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(2) Prohibited materials include large expanses of corrugated metal or unfinished
concrete block, except as minor accent elements not exceeding 25% of any facade.
D. Roof Design.
(1) Flat roofs shall include parapets with architectural detailing.
(2) Sloped roofs shall utilize traditional forms such as gable or hip roofs.
Parking and Circulation.
A. Parking Layout.
(1) Parking areas shall be divided into smaller sections through landscaped islands.
(2) No parking row shall exceed 12 spaces without a landscaped break.
B. Pedestrian Circulation.
(1) Safe and clearly delineated pedestrian pathways shall connect parking areas to
building entrances.
(2) Walkways shall be distinguished through materials, striping, or grade
separation.
C. Internal Circulation.
Site design shall promote safe vehicular circulation and minimize conflicts between
vehicles and pedestrians.
Landscaping and Buffering.
A. General Requirements.
Landscaping shall be provided to enhance visual quality and screen parking and
service areas.
B. Residential Buffers.
A minimum 20-foot landscaped buffer shall be provided adjacent to residential uses.
C. Parking Lot Landscaping.
(1) One (1) tree shall be provided for every ten (10) parking spaces.
(2) Interior landscaped islands shall be required every ten (10) parking spaces.
Lighting Standards.
A. All exterior lighting shall be fully shielded and directed downward.
B. Maximum pole height shall be 20 feet.
C. Lighting shall not produce glare or spill onto adjacent properties.
D. Lighting design shall be consistent with dark-sky principles and suburban design
standards utilized in Erie County.
Signage Standards.
A. Freestanding Signs.
(1) Monument signs shall be required.
(2) Pole signs are prohibited.
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(3) Maximum height: 8 feet.
B. Wall Signs.
(1) Wall signage shall not exceed 10% of the facade area.
(2) Signs shall be integrated into the building architecture.
C. Prohibited Signs. Internally illuminated box signs are prohibited.
Service Areas.
A. Loading areas, dumpsters, and mechanical equipment shall be located to the side or rear
of buildings.
B. Such areas shall be screened using materials consistent with the principal structure.
C. Outdoor storage shall be prohibited unless fully screened.
Environmental and Site Considerations.
A. Development shall minimize impervious surface coverage where practicable.
B. Stormwater management practices, including bioswales and rain gardens, shall be
incorporated where feasible.
C. Existing vegetation and natural features shall be preserved to the maximum extent
practicable.
Modifications and Waivers.
The Planning Board may modify the requirements of this article where it finds that the
proposed design meets or exceeds the intent of these standards and is consistent with the
character of the Lakeview Area.
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4.4. Additional Town Board Meeting
BE IT RESOLVED, the Town Board approves an additional Town Board meeting August 24, 2026
starting at 5 pm.
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4.5. Amend Start Times of Town Board Work Sessions and Regular Town Board Meetings
WHEREAS, the Town Board of the Town of Hamburg has determined that modifying the start times of
its Work Sessions and Regular Town Board Meetings will better accommodate the efficient conduct of
Town business.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that effective September 1, 2026, the Town of Hamburg
Town Board hereby establishes the following meeting schedule:
Town Board Work Sessions shall begin at 5:00 p.m.; and
Regular Town Board Meetings shall begin at 6:00 p.m.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that all future notices, agendas, legal notices, and publications
pertaining to Town Board meetings shall reflect these revised meeting times.
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4.6. Armor Pump Station Repair
WHEREAS, the Hamburg Highway Department has an immediate need for emergency repair of the
Armor Pump Station. Replacement of the pump system, force main piping and catch basin are
necessary to prevent flooding.
BE IT RESOLVED, that the Highway Dept. has received a project proposal from Kandey Co. with a
price from NYS Bid #P26-040 of $129,171.00 for this emergency repair.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Hamburg Town Board approves the use of $80,000 from
B1490.0440.0001 Public Works -Independent Contractor services and a transfer of $49,171.00 from B
Fund Fund balance (B.0000.0909) with the approval of the board.
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August 10, 2026 Meeting
4.7. Newton Abbott Fire Company, Inc. New Members
BE IT RESOLVED, the Hamburg Town Board approves the recommendation of membership for
following:
Sejla Sabic
Thaw Doc Htoo
Catie Blake
Erin Bendzula
ATTACHMENTS:
Sejla Sabic - New Member Letter.pdf
Thaw Doc Htoo, Catie Blake, Erin Bendzula - New Members Letter.pdf
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Newton Abbott Fire Company, Inc.
ABeorr
FIRE CO INC. Town of Hamburg New York
TOWN OF HAMBURG
P.O Box 2001, Blasdell, NY 14219 Phone: (716) 825-3663 Fax: (716) 825-0844
Email: [email protected] Website: NewtonAbbottfire.com
July 14, 2026
Hamburg Town Board
Hamburg Town Hall
6100 South Park Ave
Hamburg NY 14075
Dear Board Members,
We respectfully request permission of the town board to accept the following applicant
into the Newton Abbott Fire Company, Inc:
Sejla Sabic
3200 Clearview Way
Buffalo, NY 14219
Thank you for your continued cooperation and support.
Sincerely
Britt Munnell
Recording Secretary
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FIRE CO INC.
TOWN OF HAMBURG
Newton Abbott Fire Company, Inc.
Town of Hamburg, New York
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P.O. Box 2001, Blasdell, NY 14219 Phone: 716-825-3663 Fax: 716-825-0844
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Email: [email protected] I Website: www.newtonabbottfire.com
August 3, 2026
Hamburg Town Board
Hamburg Town Hall
6100 South Park Ave
Hamburg NY 14075
Dear Board Members,
We respectfully request permission of the town board to accept the following applicants
into the Newton Abbott Fire Company, Inc:
Thaw Doc Htoo
5300 Lake Ave
Orchard Park, NY 14127
Catie Blake
168 Shenandoah Rd
Buffalo, NY 14220
Erin Bendzula
162 Charlescrest Ct
West Seneca, NY 14224
Thank you for your continued cooperation and support.
Sincerely,
Britt Munnell
Recording Secretary
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4.8. Big Tree Volunteer Firemen's Co, Inc- New Member O'Shaughnessy
BE IT RESOLVED, that the Hamburg Town Board approves that attached recommendations for the
membership James O'Shaughnessy
ATTACHMENTS:
DOC072426-003.pdf
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4.9. Lake Shore Volunteer Fire Company, Inc. New Member-Golombek
BE IT RESOLVED, that the Hamburg Town Board approves that attached recommendation for the
membership of Ronald Golombek
ATTACHMENTS:
2026 0717 - Town Board Approval - Ronald Golombek.docx
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Lake Shore Volunteer Fire Company, Inc.
July 17, 2026
Hamburg Town Board
S-6100 South Park Avenue
Hamburg, New York 14075
Attn: Natalie Nitsche
At the last regular company meeting of the Lake Shore Volunteer Fire Company Inc. held on
Wednesday, July 15, 2026, the following applicant was approved for active membership:
Ronald Golombek
4825 Clifton Parkway
Hamburg, NY 14075
Please notify us upon the Town Board’s approval of their membership.
Thank you for your consideration in this matter.
Sincerely,
Peggie Lipka
Corresponding Secretary
Lake Shore Volunteer Fire Co. Inc.
4591 LAKESHORE ROAD | HAMBURG, NY 14075 | STATION (716) 627-3522 | FAX (716) 627-7502
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4.10. Approval of local law to add a new chapter for Unmanned aircraft take-offs and landings
WHEREAS, the Hamburg Town Code contains and specifies the local laws and ordinances of the
Town of Hamburg; and
WHEREAS, the Code Review Committee reviewed the provisions for a new chapter to the Code of the
Town of Hamburg entitled “Unmanned aircraft take-offs and landings”, and suggested the addition for
the Town Board to consider; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to Municipal Home Rule Law, the Town Board is proposing a local law to add a
new chapter entitled “Unmanned aircraft take-offs and landings”
WHEREAS, a public hearing was held on July 13, 2026, for discussion and public comment concerning
adoption of this proposed local law; and
WHEREAS, the Town of Hamburg has determined that this proposed local law amendment is a Type II
action under SEQR, and no SEQR decision is necessary; and
WHEREAS, these proposed local law amendments were referred to Erie County through the 239-m
referral process and received no objections; and
WHEREAS, the proposed amendments are in accordance with the recommendations of the Town of
Hamburg Code Review Committee.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, the Hamburg Town Board approves Local Law and adds a
new chapter entitled “Unmanned aircraft take-offs and landings” to the Code of the Town of Hamburg
ATTACHMENTS:
UAS code 5-9-26.docx
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Unmanned aircraft take-offs and landings
Purpose and intent
It is the intention of the Town of Hamburg to protect and enhance the public health,
safety, security, privacy, and well-being of the residents of the community as well as of the
guests and visitors thereto by the establishment of regulations and procedures governing the
operation of unmanned aircraft (aka "drones") and/or unmanned aircraft systems (hereinafter
"UAS").
Definitions
As used in this chapter, the following terms shall have the meanings herein indicated
BUFFALO BILLS COMPLEX
All of the approximately 250 acre parcel of land situated in the Town of Orchard Park
and in the Town of Hamburg, New York, locally known as "One Bills Drive," inclusive of the
stadium, the Sports Training Performance Center, the Fieldhouse, parking lots, entrances,
walkways and practice fields.
PUBLIC AIRCRAFT OPERATIONS
Government agencies, law enforcement, and public safety entities that qualify to fly UAS as a
Public Aircraft under 49 U.S.C. § 40102(a)(41) and § 40125
UNMANNED AIRCRAFT
[1] A device that is intended to navigate in the air without an onboard pilot; and
[2] An aircraft that is operated without the possibility of human intervention from
within or on the aircraft. Unmanned aircraft are also referred to as "drones."
UNMANNED AIRCRAFT SYSTEM
An unmanned aircraft and associated elements (including communications links and the
components that control the unmanned aircraft) that are required for the pilot in
command to operate safely and efficiently in the national airspace system.
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RESTRICTIONS ON USE
A. It shall be unlawful for any person to take off or land in any zone within the Town of
Hamburg an unmanned aircraft or unmanned aircraft system within one mile of and
within two hours before or after an open air event and located within the Town of
Hamburg, such events including, but not limited to, parades, concerts, street
dances, festivals, art shows, sporting events and recreational events, unless permission
is granted by the sponsor of the event.
B. It shall be unlawful for any person to take off or land an unmanned aircraft or
unmanned aircraft system within two miles of the Buffalo Bills Complex on the day of
any event held at the Buffalo Bills Complex and four hours prior to or four hours after
any event held at the Buffalo Bills Complex.
C. All unmanned aircraft or unmanned aircraft systems shall be subject to all applicable
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regulations.
Exceptions
A. Express written permission required.
The takeoff or landing of an unmanned aircraft or unmanned aircraft system that is
precluded by the Restrictions on Use stated above may be permitted pursuant to a permit
issued by the Town of Hamburg Clerk after approval is granted by the Town of Hamburg Police
Department. The permit fee shall be set by resolution by the Town Board
B. Public Aircraft Operations
Enforcement
This chapter shall be enforced by the Town of Hamburg Police Department.
Penalties for offenses.
Any person who violates any provision of this chapter shall, upon conviction thereof, be
punishable by a fine set forth in the Schedule of Fines and Penalties.
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When Effective
This Local Law shall become effective immediately upon its enactment by the Town Board and
after proper filing with the office of the NYS Secretary of State.
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4.11. Unsafe structure at 6817 Boston State Road
WHEREAS, the Town of Hamburg Code Chapter 80 references the procedure for unsafe buildings in
the Town of Hamburg, and,
WHEREAS, the Supervising Code Enforcement Officer of the Town of Hamburg made a formal
inspection of the property located at 6817 Boston State Rd. Hamburg, NY (SBL 196.04-2-15) and
deemed the structure unsafe, and,
WHEREAS, the Supervising Code Enforcement officer provided the Town Board, in writing, a report
of his findings and recommendations for demolition, and,
WHEREAS, the Town Board has considered the report, and,
BE IT RESOLVED, that the Town Board finds the structure located at 6817 Boston State Rd.
Hamburg, NY unsafe and orders its removal, and,
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Town Board authorizes the Code Enforcement Department to
advertise for demolition bids of said structure, and,
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Town Board designates the Supervising Code Enforcement
Officer, an Assistant Code Enforcement Officer, the Town Attorney or Deputy Town Attorney, and the
Code Enforcement liaison from the Town Board to schedule and hold a public hearing on the
demolition of the structure, and,
BE IT FINALLY RESOLVED, that once demolition bids are received, the Town Board shall make
proper notification to the property owner stating the public hearing date, time, place, and estimated
costs for the demolition.
ATTACHMENTS:
DOC072926-07292026134851.pdf
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4.12. Emergency Demolition Contractor
WHEREAS, the Town of Hamburg Code Enforcement Department is responsible for the enforcement
of Town of Hamburg Local Law No. 5-1972. (Chapter 80) Unsafe Buildings, Village of Hamburg
Local Law No. 1-2014. (Chapter 127) Dangerous Buildings, and Village of Blasdell Local Law No. 5-
1997 (Chapter 100A) Unsafe Buildings and Structures, and such services to perform an emergency
demolition of a structure that is in imminent danger of collapse are required
BE IT RESOLVED, that the Town of Hamburg is looking to appoint two emergency demolition
contractors for a duration of one year with the Town Board having the sole discretion to renew annually
for another two years, to be on call for emergency demolitions, and,
BE IT RESOLVED, that the Town Clerk is authorized to advertise for sealed bids entitled “Hamburg
Emergency Demolition Contractor”
Sealed bids must be received at Hamburg Town Hall, Town Clerk’s Office, 6100 South Park Avenue,
Hamburg, New York 14075, and said bid will be publicly opened and read aloud on September 15,
2026 at 10:30 a.m. in Conference Room 7A Mailed bids should be sent to:
Town of Hamburg, Attn: Town Clerk
6100 South Park Avenue
Hamburg, New York 14075.
Please mark clearly on the envelope: Bid Enclosed – “Hamburg Emergency Demolition Contractor”
Charged to Clean up of properties A3620.469
ATTACHMENTS:
2027 Emergency Demo Contractor.pdf
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TOWN OF HAMBURG, NEW YORK
REQUEST FOR EMERGENCY DEMOLITION SERVIES
FOR THE CODE ENFOREMENT DEPARTMENT
Your firm is hereby invited to submit a quotation to provide emergency demolition
services as authorized by the Town of Hamburg Code Enforcement Department. The requested
services and related work requirements are as described below.
General
The Town of Hamburg Code Enforcement Department is responsible for the
enforcement of Town of Hamburg Local Law No. 5-1972. (Chapter 80) Unsafe Buildings, Village
of Hamburg Local Law No. 1-2014. (Chapter 127) Dangerous Buildings, and Village of Blasdell
Local Law No. 5-1997 (Chapter 100A) Unsafe Buildings and Structures. These local laws provide
for the emergency demolition of such unsafe buildings as directed by the Town Code
Enforcement Department when it has been determined that in the opinion of the Building
Official, actual and immediate danger of the falling of a building or structure so as to endanger
life or property, he may cause the necessary work to be done to render said building or
structure, or part thereof, temporarily safe.
This Department is seeking two reliable contactors to perform the emergency
demolition of those designated unsafe buildings/structures in the Town of Hamburg, Village of
Hamburg and Village of Blasdell. These services would be would be executed as an “as directed
basis” under the supervision of the Town of Hamburg Code Enforcement Department. The
contractors would be put on a call list that would be used from time to time when needed for
an emergency demolition. These services would be executed under a lump sum contract under
the supervision of the Town of Hamburg Code Enforcement Department. The cost of these
services under such agreement will be funded through Town account A3620.469 (Clean up of
Properties)
This request for proposal neither commits the Town of Hamburg to select the contractor
nor reimburse any costs associated with the preparation or submittal of proposals in this
regard. The Town reserves the right to reject any and all proposals, should it be deemed to be
in the best interest of the Town of Hamburg.
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Scope of Work Services
The services to be provided by the contractor are to include, but not limited to the
following
A Complete Demolition of a Structurally Damaged Residential or Commercial Building
Caused by an Emergency Situation.
(1) After receiving notification from the Code Enforcement Department of the address
for the emergency demolition, mobilize the required equipment and manpower within
one hour of the notification and perform the initial demolition of the structure to
remove the imminent danger of collapse. Clean any debris that ends up in the roadway,
or in neighboring yards. Fence off the demolished structure to limit access by the public
and reduce the hazard caused by the demolition.
(2) Once the scene is released by the investigators the following work must be
completed within 30 days; the disconnection of all utilities, clean up the demolition
debris, foundations, and accessory structures. Backfill excavated area with clean fill and
seeded with grass. The following is the detailed Scope of work that would be required;
(a)The scope of work shall include all the labor, equipment and materials to
complete the emergency demolition of the Building.
(b)The demolition company must be ready and able to demolish and clean up a
commercial or residential building
(c) The demolition company must be available to mobilize at any given time or
day. Once called the demolition company must be on the road with the
machines and man power needed to accomplish the demolition within one hour.
(d) All resulting debris shall be removed off the premises and be legally disposed
of.
(e) All associated excavated areas shall be backfilled with clean fill material, to
meet existing grade and fine graded ready for seeding.
(f) The demolition must be completed within 30 days from the scene being
released from any investigators including but not limited to insurance, Town fire
investigators, or County Fire investigators.
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(g) Maintenance and protection of traffic on Local streets shall be done in
accordance with NYSDOT traffic safety regulations.
(h) The contractor shall be responsible for the proper disconnection of all
utilities.
(i) All work shall be performed in accordance with New York State and Town of
Hamburg, Village of Hamburg and Village of Blasdell Codes.
(j) The demolition of the buildings shall be done as per NYCRR 56, Subpart 56-
11.5 ( controlled demolition).The Town of Hamburg will procure the necessary
third party air monitoring services as required during the demolition.
(k) The contractor shall provide adequate insurance coverage and obtain the
necessary demolition permit. There will be no fee charged for the permit.
Form of Proposal
One copy of your quotation is to be submitted as follows:
(1) The proposal is to represent the cost for all necessary work as deemed necessary to
accomplish the demolition described in the scope of work. This cost should include the
necessary costs (including but not limited to labor, equipment, tool, mobilization to the site and
any other direct and indirect cost associated with the performance of the specified services).
Bidders must provide an estimate of the cost involved with
(a) The initial emergency demolition of a 2,000 square foot residential house that
has been damaged by fire
(b) The remaining demolition of the above structure to a seeded yard after the
scene has been release by the investigators.
(2) Provide a list of the equipment that is available to be mobilized and the time
required to mobilize that the equipment.
(3) Insurances (Liability and Workmen’s Compensation & Disability).
Commercial Liability (Town of Hamburg must be named as additional insured)
General Aggregate $1,000,000.00
Products and Comp/Op, Aggregate $2,000,000.00
Personal & Advertising Injury $1,000,000.00
Each Occurrence $1,000,000.00
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Fire Damage (any one fire) $ 50,000.00
Med. Expense (any one person) $ 5,000.00
Waiver of Subrogation: To the fullest extent permitted by applicable state law, a
Waiver of Subrogation Clause shall be added to the General Liability,
Automobile, Umbrella/Excess Liability, and Workers Compensation policies in
favor of the Town.
Automobile Liability Insurance
Bodily injury and Property Damage, coverage for the Vendors as the owner or
the lessee of automobiles, trucks, trailers, self-propelled Vendor’s equipment and
all other owned, hired and non-owned vehicles registered for use on the public
highway and/or used in operations relating to work under contract. The coverage
limit applicable shall be the greater of the amounts below or the amount(s) carried
by the Vendor.
Combined Single Limit $1,000,000.00
Excess Liability and/or Umbrella Liability:
Applicable to Commercial General and Automobile Liability policies. The
Excess Liability and/or Umbrella Liability coverage limits applicable shall be the
greater of the amounts indicated below or the amounts carried by the Town.
Each Occurrence $1,000,000.00
Aggregate $1,000,000.00
Workers Compensation and Employer’s Liability Insurance
Coverage as required by New York State statutory limits
New York State Disability (NYDBL)
Coverage as required by New York State statutory limits
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Proposal Due Date
Sealed bid proposals must be labeled Hamburg Emergency Demolition Contractor and
are to be received by Natalie Nitsche, Town Clerk, Hamburg Town Hall , 6100 South Park
Avenue, Hamburg NY 14075 by 10:00 a.m. on TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 15, 2026 with the bid
opening taking place at 10:30 a.m. in Hamburg Town Hall conference room 7A. Late
submittals will not be accepted, and will be returned unopened.
Requests for Further Information
All questions and inquiries should be directed to:
Jeffrey Skrzypek
Supervising Code Enforcement Officer
Town of Hamburg
6100 South Park Avenue
Hamburg, NY 14075
(716) 649-6111 x 2214
Thank You in advance for your time and efforts in responding to this request for
proposal.
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4.13. Police-Budget Amendment
WHEREAS, the Town of Hamburg Police Department receives distribution payments from a share of
assets forfeited from defendants from time to time and,
WHEREAS, these items are not included in the 2026 budget,
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Town Board approves the receipt of the following
monies and approves a budget amendment to the revenue account as follows:
ATTACHMENTS:
POLICE Budget Adjustment AF_2247.34.pdf
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4.14. Police – Disposal of Miscellaneous Car Equipment
WHEREAS, the Town Board recognizes the need to efficiently manage the assets owned by the Town
and to ensure responsible utilization of public resources; and
WHEREAS, it has been determined that certain Town assets are no longer required for public use, have
become obsolete, or are in a state of disrepair beyond reasonable cost of restoration; and
WHEREAS, the disposal of these assets will facilitate the efficient operation of the town and provide an
opportunity for the generation of revenue or cost savings;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the following assets shall be disposed of in accordance
with the Town Sale of Surplus property policy:
Miscellaneous Car Equipment that is obsolete and no longer of use to the Police Department; and
WHEREAS, these items were sold via public auction through Auctions International, and;
WHEREAS, the disposition of the Miscellaneous Car Equipment resulted in the receipt of $25.00 and,
WHEREAS, these items are not included in the 2026 budget,
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Town Board approves the receipt of these monies
and approves the transfer of these funds to B3120.0202 be used for Police Department Motor Vehicles.
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4.15. Police – Disposal of Surplus Mini Lockers
WHEREAS, the Town Board recognizes the need to efficiently manage the assets owned by the Town
and to ensure responsible utilization of public resources; and
WHEREAS, it has been determined that certain Town assets are no longer required for public use, have
become obsolete, or are in a state of disrepair beyond reasonable cost of restoration; and
WHEREAS, the disposal of these assets will facilitate the efficient operation of the town and provide an
opportunity for the generation of revenue or cost savings;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the following assets shall be disposed of in accordance
with the Town Sale of Surplus property policy:
Tennsco Mini Lockers that are obsolete and no longer of use to the Police Department; and
WHEREAS, these items were sold via public auction through Auctions International, and;
WHEREAS, the disposition of Tennsco Mini Lockers resulted in the receipt of $210.00 and,
WHEREAS, these items are not included in the 2026 budget,
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Town Board approves the receipt of these monies
and approves the transfer of these funds to B3120.0203 be used for Police Department equipment.
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4.16. Police – Disposal of Surplus Water Equipment
WHEREAS, the Town Board recognizes the need to efficiently manage the assets owned by the Town
and to ensure responsible utilization of public resources; and
WHEREAS, it has been determined that certain Town assets are no longer required for public use, have
become obsolete, or are in a state of disrepair beyond reasonable cost of restoration; and
WHEREAS, the disposal of these assets will facilitate the efficient operation of the town and provide an
opportunity for the generation of revenue or cost savings;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the following assets shall be disposed of in accordance
with the Town Sale of Surplus property policy:
Miscellaneous water equipment including SCBA breathing apparatus and spare tanks that are obsolete
and no longer of use to the Police Department; and
WHEREAS, these items were sold via public auction through Auctions International, and;
WHEREAS, the disposition of Miscellaneous Water Equipment resulted in the receipt of $190.00 and,
WHEREAS, these items are not included in the 2026 budget,
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Town Board approves the receipt of these monies
and approves the transfer of these funds to B3120.0203 be used for Police Department equipment.
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4.17. Police – Disposal of Police Vehicles
WHEREAS, the Town Board recognizes the need to efficiently manage the assets owned by the Town
and to ensure responsible utilization of public resources; and
WHEREAS, it has been determined that certain Town assets are no longer required for public use, have
become obsolete, or are in a state of disrepair beyond reasonable cost of restoration; and
WHEREAS, the disposal of these assets will facilitate the efficient operation of the town and provide an
opportunity for the generation of revenue or cost savings;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the following assets shall be disposed of in accordance
with the Town Sale of Surplus property policy:
2023 Ford Explorer SUV Police Vehicle (VIN__7649)
2012 Ford Fusion Sedan (VIN__9751)
2023 Ford Explorer SUV/Police Vehicle (VIN__5929)
WHEREAS, these items were sold via public auction through Auctions International, and;
WHEREAS, the disposition of
2023 Ford Explorer SUV Police Vehicle (VIN__7649) resulted in the receipt of $4,500.00; and
2012 Ford Fusion Sedan (VIN__9751) resulted in the receipt of $2,425.00; and
2023 Ford Explorer SUV/Police Vehicle (VIN__5929) resulted in the receipt of $6,000.00
and, WHEREAS, these items are not included in the 2026 budget,
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Town Board approves the receipt of these monies
and approves the transfer of these funds to B3120.0202 to be used for Police Department Motor
Vehicles.
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4.18. Approval of Hamburg Police Department Tow Policy
WHEREAS, the Town of Hamburg Police Department has established an orderly system for the safe
and expeditious removal of motor vehicles form the streets of the Town of Hamburg when deemed
necessary by the police department (“Tow Policy”); and
WHEREAS, said Tow Policy acts also to supervise and control the operation of towing businesses that
are granted permission to town vehicles for the Town of Hamburg Police Department; and
WHEREAS, said Tow Policy includes qualifications for prospective tow operators and specific
requirements that qualified town operators must comply with to be granted permission to tow vehicles
for the Town of Hamburg Police Department; and
WHEREAS, said Tow Policy does not prohibit owners or drivers of vehicles from contracting with any
tow company of their choosing under appropriate circumstances; and
WHEREAS, said Tow Policy includes maximum rates that may be charged by authorized tow
companies for towing services; and
WHEREAS, any tow operator that does not comply with said Tow Policy may have its permission to
tow vehicles suspended; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Town Board of the Town of Hamburg approves and
authorizes the Hamburg Police Department Tow Policy including the schedule of maximum towing
rates.
ATTACHMENTS:
Tow Policy.pdf
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August 10, 2026 Meeting
4.19. Annual Conference Travel
RESOLVED, that the Town Board approve the out- of -town travel for Highway Superintendent Ed
Hughes to attend the 97th Annual Conference, Education Symposium & Expo on September 28, 2026
through October 2, 2026 in Saratoga Springs New York.
Hotel accommodations: $804.00
Registration: 700.00
Meal allowance 5 days at $50.00 per day 250.00
Tolls: 30.00 (approximate)
TOTAL: $1,784.00
Use of a town vehicle is requested.
Funds are available in A5010.492
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4.20. Mileage Reimbursement Rate
RESOLVED, the Hamburg Town Board approves the increase in the 2026 Mileage Rate
reimbursement for Town officials and employees from
$.725 to $.76 to agree with the IRS increase retroactively effective as of July 1, 2026.
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4.21. Blasdell CDBG Bid Approval
WHEREAS, on June 22, 2026 the Hamburg Town Board authorized the Department of Community
Development to release and advertise a bid for the 2026 Village of Blasdell CDBG infrastructure
project on Labelle Avenue, and
WHEREAS, the bids were opened on July 24, 2026 at 10:00 am with the following firms submitting
bids:
Firm Bid amount
E&R General Construction $153,000.00
Milherst Construction $168,001.65
Thomann Asphalt Paving $173,386.68
American Paving & Excavating $209,260.50
D+H Paving, LLC $323,013.69
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Hamburg Town Board authorizes the Department of
Community Development to enter into a contract with E & R General Construction to complete the
2026 CDBG funded Village of Blasdell Labelle Avenue project. CDBG funding in the amount of
$100,000.00 is available in account CD 52 8662.354. The Village of Blasdell will utilize their funding
for the remaining amount.
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4.22. Budget Amendment Transfer
RESOLVED, that the Town Board approves a budget amendment transferring $10,970.00 from
Account A000.0000.2770.0000 Sponsorships and Naming Rights to Account A000.7020.0440.0000
Independent Contractor Services; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Town Supervisor and Finance Office are authorized and
directed to make the necessary accounting and budgetary entries to carry out this amendment.
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4.23. Approve PO17 Creating additional position of Account Clerk
BE IT RESOLVED, that the Town Board authorize the Supervisor to sign the Civil Service approved
PO17 creating an additional Account Clerk title in the Finance/Administration Department.
ATTACHMENTS:
PO 17 SIgned by CS.pdf
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4.24. Youth, Recreation, & Senior Servies P.A.F.
BE IT RESOLVED, that the Town Board approve the termination and hiring of personnel for the
Youth, Recreation & Senior Services Department as attached.
ATTACHMENTS:
scan_2026_08_05_15_39_42_590.pdf
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4.25. Town Board PAF
BE IT RESOLVED, that the Town Board approve the attached PAF.
ATTACHMENTS:
PAF Town Board Clerks.pdf
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4.26. B&G PAF
BE IT RESOLVED, that the Town Board approves the termination and hiring of the following
employees in Buildings & Grounds.
ATTACHMENTS:
Emergency PAF_8-10-26.pdf
Signed BG PAF 08-10-26.pdf
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4.27. B&G 20' Utility Trailer Purchase
WHEREAS, the Buildings & Grounds Department has a need for a 20-foot utility trailer, and
WHEREAS, the Buildings & Grounds Department has received two quotes:
Trailer Sales of New York $5,263.85
PJ NFB Trailer and Auto Sales $5,716.93
BE IT RESOLVED, that the Town Board approves the purchase of a new 20-foot utility trailer from
Trailer Sales of New York for $5,263.85.
Funds available in Account # A.1640.202 and A.7140.413.
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4.28. Highway Budget Amendment
WHEREAS, The Highway Dept. has received funds from residents for installation of drainage pipe that
has exceeded the amount budgeted for 2026 by $2,315.00.
THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Town Board approve that the funds exceeding the budgeted
amount will be deposited into Revenue Account DB.2770.7 and transferred to DB.5110.474.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Expense Account DB.5110.474 be increased by $2,315.00.
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4.29. Authorize additional Authorized signer to bank accounts
BE IT RESOLVED, that the Town Board of the Town of Hamburg hereby designates Dan Kozub,
Deputy Superintendent, as an authorized signer on the Town bank accounts identified by the Town
Comptroller and approved by the Town Supervisor, subject to all applicable laws, Town policies,
banking agreements, and internal control procedures; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this authorization permits Mr. Kozub to sign checks and approve
other banking transactions only when such payments or transactions have been properly authorized,
audited, and approved in accordance with Town policies and applicable law; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this authorization does not independently authorize Mr. Kozub to:
Open or close a bank account;
Borrow money or otherwise obligate the Town;
Change account ownership or account terms;
Execute investment transactions unless separately authorized; or
Circumvent any dual-signature, dual-approval, claims-audit, or electronic-banking controls
established by the Town;
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4.30. Plow Truck Purchase
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Town Board of the Town of Hamburg approves the
purchase of (1) Western Star Plow Truck for the price of $307,515.00. Pricing is per Sourcewell
Contract #032824-DAI purchased through Fleet Maintenance, Inc. and body additions at Valley Fab &
Equipment.
Funds available in Account H101.5130.201
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4.31. Vending Machine Request for Proposals
Be it resolved, the Town Board authorize the Department of Youth, Recreation & Senior Services to
post and distribute a Request for Proposals (RFP) related to the operation of vending machines. The
RFP will be for one year with an option for two separate one year extensions. Formal proposals are due
to the Hamburg Town Clerk's office no later than August 31st 2026, by 11:00 AM.
ATTACHMENTS:
Final-Hamburg Vending Proposal Request.pdf
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COMPANY ____________________________________
ADDRESS ____________________________________
TOWN OF HAMBURG, NEW YORK
REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR
HAMBURG ICE RINK VENDING MACHINE OPERATION
FOR ONE YEAR (WITH POTENTIAL FOR TWO ONE YEAR ENTENSIONS)
Town of Hamburg
6100 South Park Ave., Hamburg NY 14075
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TOWN OF HAMBURG
REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS
Sealed Proposals are hereby requested on the following:
"Town of Hamburg Vending Machine Operation," all in accordance with specifications on file with the Hamburg
Town Clerk, Natalie Nitsche, 6100 South Park Avenue, Hamburg, New York 14075. These specifications may be
obtained in the Hamburg Town Clerk's office during regular business hours on weekdays (Monday-Friday) from
9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (local time).
Sealed proposals on the above must be filed and submitted in writing to the Hamburg Town Clerk, 6100 South
Park Avenue, Hamburg, New York 14075, no later than 11:00 a.m. (local time) on August 31st ,2026.
Proposals must be marked "Town of Hamburg Vending Machine Operation."
THE TOWN BOARD RESERVES THE RIGHT TO REJECT ALL PROPOSALS AND TO WAIVE ANY
INFORMALITIES.
Dated: 8/10/26 Natalie Nitsche
Town Clerk
Town of Hamburg
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Invitation
Your firm is hereby invited to submit a proposal for operation of the Town of Hamburg Vending Machine
Operations. This RFP neither commits the Town of Hamburg to select an operator nor reimburse any costs
associated with the preparation or submittal of proposals in this regard. The Town reserves the right to reject any
and all proposals, should it be deemed to be in the best interests of the Town of Hamburg.
Introduction
The Town of Hamburg currently utilizes a variety of Contractors and product lines for food and beverage machine
vending. It is the Town's intent to streamline the purchasing process, promote continuity of product line across the
varying facilities and in turn increase profit potential and reduce staff time dealing with multiple Contractors.
Scope of Services
It is the Town of Hamburg's intention to award a sales and vending service contract to one Contractor who will
provide all of the following services:
1. Food and beverage vending machines at specified Town of Hamburg locations.
A. Food Vending Machines
The Town has identified the following locations as appropriate sites for placement of snack vending machine(s)
unless another location(s) is otherwise specified by the Town:
Hamburg Ice Rink 2 food vending machines(1 refrigerated food vending)
2980 Lakeview Rd 2 beverage vending machines
Hamburg, NY 14075
Additional locations can be added to this contract by MOU document, signed by both parties, which must list the
new location(s), date of installation and type and number of vending machines. In the event that a Contractor
wishes to visit the specified location above prior to submitting a Proposal, it is the Contractor's responsibility to
schedule a site visit independently.
Contractors will be responsible for installation, removal, stocking, maintenance, and repair of the machines.
Contractors will be responsible for all licenses required to market the stock within the machines. As part of their
proposal, contractors are to disclose information regarding any subcontractors that will be involved with the
delivery of vending services to the Town. This information should include subcontractor's adherence to the
Town's insurance coverage requirements.
B. Product Selection and Pricing
The variety and brand names of the items to be sold shall be spelled out within the "Proposal Format-
Attachments" section of the proposal. All contractors must identify as part of their proposal whether such brands
are available as a result of related marketing, sale or concession agreements with distributors and or/producers.
Pricing strategies are critical to ensure purchase. Contractor will work with the Town to ensure competitive
pricing.
C. Initial Installation
Contractor shall provide transition plan for how long it will take from time of award to implementation of service
plan including how machines will be added, moved, and removed from facilities. Vending machines and service
should be operational no later than September 12th, 2026.
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D. Stocking and Equipment Requirements
1. Stocking: The Town of Hamburg will provide the selected contractor the exclusive right to supply all food and
beverage vending machine products at the locations listed in section A. Food vending Machines. During the term
of the Contract, the contractor shall keep food and beverage machines fully operational. During the term of the
Contract, the contractor shall fully supply all products in a timely manner to keep all food and beverage vending
machines operating and fully supplied with product, change, and all other necessary supplies to allow the Town of
Hamburg and the contractor to maximize sales. The Town reserves the right to conduct periodic audits of the
products stocked in the machines to ensure compliance. Contractor shall supply options with regard to how
machines will be stocked with items for sale; how machines will be stocked with change; and how cash will be
collected from the machines.
2. Equipment:
a. Condition of Equipment: All equipment shall be up to date. This shall be interpreted as the latest models
available at the execution of the signed contract. Initial equipment must include at a minimum: accept $1, $5, $10
bills; credit/debit card acceptors; cash recycling capabilities; and remote monitoring capabilities that allow
Contractor to wirelessly track mechanical issues and detect need for machine refill. Additional specifications may
include Energy Star certified machines, and other energy conservation methods such as LED lighting. Machine
dimensions and a description of the appearance should be provided in the proposal. Replacement equipment shall
be made available to each facility every 2 years for the duration of said contract if deemed necessary by the Town
of Hamburg
b. Maintenance and Repair: Contractor shall be responsible for handling equipment maintenance, repair, and
replacement. Contractor shall provide information on how equipment problems and vandalism issues will be
handled including anticipated response time and a repair/replace procedure and contact numbers.
c. Equipment Malfunctions & Refunds: Contractor shall provide written policy regarding the handling of
reimbursement to facility for lost money in vending machines.
E. Ownership
Vending machines located within Town of Hamburg facilities will be Contractor-owned. All machines of the
Contractor that are placed in Town of Hamburg facilities are at the Contractor's sole risk. The Contractor releases
the Town of Hamburg from any claims arising from the loss of or damage to the Contractor's property.
F. Revenue and Reports
Contractor shall supply proposed compensation rate to the Town of Hamburg for vending machine sales.
Compensation to the Town of Hamburg for placement of the vending machines at the sites identified shall be
based on a percent of gross sales as a part of the Contractor's agreement. During the contract, the Contractor shall
provide a monthly gross receipt report of daily revenues, including an itemized report of sales of each item at each
location. As part of their proposal, contractors are to supply options with regard to machine reports and how sales
of specific items are tracked.
G. References and Subcontractors
Contractor must provide references for past-related work which includes contact person, agency, address, phone
number, and dates of work for each reference. Be specific to the nature and volume of goods and/or services
provided to each reference.
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Duration of Contract
Contractors will supply a proposal based on a one-year agreement and the option for renewals for two future one
year agreements (2026, 2027 & 2028). The Town may elect to renew the selected proposal for one additional
period of three years for a total of five and a half years. For any renewal period authorized by the Town product
and supply cost as well as the compensation rate will be subject to renegotiation and a mutual agreement of the
parties. If a mutual agreement of the parties is not reached within a reasonable period as determined by the Town,
the contract will not renew.
Proposal Format
PROPOSAL FORMAT
Consultants should organize Proposals into the following Sections:
A. Qualifications
B. References
C. Proposed Work Plan
D. Authorized Negotiator
E. Attachments
F. Fee Proposal (include in a separate sealed envelope clearly marked "Fee Proposal")
The following describes the elements that should be included in each of the proposal sections and the weighted
point system that will be used for evaluation of the proposals.
A. Qualifications/Quality of Work - 15 points
1. State the full name and address of your organization and, if applicable, the branch office or other subsidiary
element that will perform, or assist in performing, the work hereunder. Indicate whether it operates as an
individual, partnership, or corporation. If as a corporation, include whether it is licensed to operate in the State of
New York.
2. Include the name of executive and personnel by skill and qualification that will be employed in the work. Show
where these personnel will be physically located during the time they are engaged in the work. Indicate which of
these individuals you consider key to the successful completion of the project. Identify only individuals who will
do the work on this project by name and title. Resumes and qualifications are required for all proposed project
personnel.
3. State history of the firm, in terms of length of existence, types of services provided, etc. Identify the technical
details that make the firm uniquely qualified for this work.
4. Identify brand names and the quality of goods to be sold.
B. References - 15 points
Provide at least three references for past-related work. Include contact person, agency, address, phone and dates of
work for each reference. Be specific as to the nature of goods and/or services provided to each reference.
C. Proposed Work Plan - 30 points
A detailed work plan is to be presented which lists all tasks determined to be necessary to accomplish the work
detailed in the scope of services. The work plan shall define resources needed for each task. In addition, the work
plan shall include a timeline schedule depicting the sequence and duration of tasks showing how the work will be
organized and executed. The consultant may propose tasks and deliverables outside of those listed above if they
believe they are necessary to support the Town's objectives.
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In the scoring for this section, consultants shall be evaluated on the clarity, thoroughness and content of their
responses to the above items.
D. Authorized Negotiator
Include the name, phone number, and e-mail address of persons(s) in your organization authorized to negotiate
the agreement with the Town.
E. Attachments - 5 points
Legal Status of Consultant, Conflict of Interest Form, the Non-Discrimination Form, a comprehensive list of the
variety and brand names of the items to be sold must be completed and returned with the proposal. These
elements should be included as attachments to the proposal submission.
F. Fee Proposal - 35 points
1. Fee quotations shall be submitted in a separate, sealed, envelope as part of the proposal
2. Supply a compensation rate to the Town of Hamburg for vending machine sales. Compensation to the Town of
Hamburg for placement of the vending machines at the sites identified shall be based on a percent of gross sales
as a part of the Contractor's agreement.
3. Provide a detailed description regarding the annual amount of sponsorship payments paid to the Town of
Hamburg.
Insurance, Legal and Agreements:
Specifications for license to operate the Town of Hamburg Vending Machine Operations.
1. The vendor is to file with the Town Clerk a performance bond issued by an incorporated surety company or
other cash deposits in the amount of Five Hundred ($500) Dollars.
2. The vendor shall comply with all applicable Federal, State, County and all local statutes, laws, regulations, and
licensing requirements as well as an up-to-date health permit and shall maintain the property in accordance with
such laws and all the regulations.
3. The vendor shall charge reasonably competitive prices for any products sold. For purposes of this agreement,
"reasonably competitive prices" shall be defined as prices that are competitive or reasonably aligned with the fair
market pricing for the sale of similar products at local establishments in the Hamburg, NY area.
4. The vendor shall secure and maintain in force during the term of the contract Workers' Compensation and New
York State Disability Benefits insurance as required by New York State Law.
5. The vendor shall also secure and maintain the following insurance: See insurance document attached. All
coverages are to be written by a company licensed in New York and the company should have a Best's Key rating
Guide rating of at least B+.
6. A certificate of the above required insurance providing a minimum of 30 days written notice of cancellation or
non-renewal of such insurance shall be submitted to the Town Attorney's office, Town Hall, 6100 South Park
Avenue, Hamburg, New York 14075, prior to execution of the lease (see accompanying Certificate of Insurance
sample for reference).
7. Indemnification: Vendor agrees that it shall, to the fullest extent permitted by law, defend hold harmless and
indemnify including the payment of attorney's fees and costs, the Town of Hamburg and any other facility owner,
and their respective agents, officers, and employees, from and against all claims, suits, damages, defense, and
other legal costs and expenses of any kind, arising out of, resulting from, caused by, or in any way related to the
activities and operations of Vendor and/or use of Town owned or provided facilities.
8. If the vendor is a corporation or LLC, all corporate officers or managers, respectively, must execute an
individual guarantee for all payments due and owing to the Town of Hamburg under the agreement.
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9. The town's insurance requirements are subject to change at the sole discretion of the Town and its insurance
consultants.
10. The vendor shall abide by and enforce the following rules and regulations:
a. No refreshments are to be dispensed in glass or metal containers.
b. No additions or alterations may be made to the premises temporarily or other by the vendor.
c. Vendor cannot sub-contract the sale or distribution of any vending to any other entities on the premises.
11. Acceptable bids are at the discretion of the vendor and will be reviewed when opened on August31st 2026, at
11:00 a.m.
12. The successful applicant shall enter into an agreement by September 4th, 2026, with the Town covering the
foregoing terms herein set forth, prior to occupancy.
13. Award of RFP will be made only to the lowest responsible bidder whose proposals shall comply with all the
provisions required to render it formal and provides the best value to the Town per the Town Code and the
weighted point system defined above. The Town Board reserves the right to reject any or all proposals if, in its
opinion, the best interests of the Town will, thereby, be promoted.
14. THE TOWN RESERVES THE RIGHT TO REJECT ALL PROPOSALS, to consider the reputation of the
applicant in making its selection, and to waive any informalities or minor deviations from the specifications.
15. This sheet must be signed and returned with the proposal.
________________________________________
Signature of Applicant
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Insurance Requirements
Instructions pertaining to the Town of Hamburg regarding:
CONTRACTORS' OR VENDORS'
INSURANCE COVERAGE AND CERTIFICATES
1. GENERAL PROVISIONS
As to all required insurance:
.1 The Vendor shall provide current Certificates of Insurance and accompanying documents and agrees to obtain a
health permit prior to opening as described herein for the Town's approval prior to Town's signing of contract(s).
.2 "Certificate Holder" shall be Town of Hamburg at the address of 6100 South Park Avenue Hamburg, NY
14075.
.3 Coverage must comply with all specifications set forth herein.
.4 All insurance documents must be executed with authorized signatures.
.5 The Vendor's required liability policies must be endorsed to provide that any Notice of Cancellation or Notice
of Non-Renewal given to the First Named Insured shall also be given to the Additional Insureds for this project. A
copy of such endorsement(s) must be furnished to the Certificate Holder.
.6 Failure of the Town to object to the Vendor's failure to furnish a Certificate or other evidence of the required
insurance coverages, object to any defect in such Certificate or other evidence of coverage, or demand receipt of
such Certificate or other evidence of coverage shall not be deemed a waiver of Vendor's obligation to furnish the
required insurance coverages described herein. Nothing contained herein imposes on the Town a duty or
obligation to review any evidence of insurance coverages or issue any formal approval or acceptance of such
evidence.
.7 The Vendor's liability and indemnification of the Town shall not be relieved or diminished by the Vendor
securing insurance coverage in accordance with the Town's requirements. Any approval by the Town of such
insurance coverage shall not be construed as accepting in any way the deficiencies in the Vendor's insurance
coverage.
.8 In addition to Certificates of Insurance and other documents, the Vendor shall provide to the Town and other
Certificate Holders, on a timely basis, copies of any subsequently issued endorsement(s) that amend applicable
coverages or limits.
.9 When any required insurance shall expire, due to the attainment of a normal expiration or renewal date, the
Vendor shall supply, no later than ten (10) days prior to such expiration, the Town with Certificates of Insurance
and accompanying documents evidencing continuation of coverage in the same manner, limits of protection and
scope as provided by the previous policy.
.10 The Vendor will assure that any and all subcontractors retained by the Vendor carry and maintain insurance
with reasonably prudent limits and coverage satisfactory to the Town in light of the work to be performed, written
by companies meeting the same criteria as required in Section 2. LIABILITY INSURANCE, and that the Town is
named additional insured on the subcontractor's liability policies according to the same requirements as described
in Section 2.1(b).
.11 The Vendor shall disclose to the Owner any deductible or self-insured retentions applicable to any of the
coverages required herein of the Vendor.
.12 The Town reserves the right to modify the requirements herein, including limits, based on circumstances
involved, including but not limited to the nature of the risk involved, prior experience, insurer, or coverage.
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2. LIABILITY INSURANCE
The Vendor agrees to secure and maintain, at the Vendor's own expense, all insurance coverage required herein
from one or more insurance companies that are licensed to write such insurance in New York State or are eligible
non-admitted insurers, per the current Excess Line Association of New York's (ELANY) official list. Insurers
must carry an A.M. Best "Secure" rating of B+ or better. The vendor will secure health permit annually. The
Vendor's insurance shall include the following, and shall be written with limits no less than hereinafter specified:
.1 COMMERCIAL GENERAL LIABILITY
(a) Occurrence based Commercial General Liability coverage to include bodily injury, personal injury, and
property damage applicable to ongoing operations and contractual liability. The coverage limits applicable shall
be the greater of the amounts indicated below or the amounts carried by the VENDOR:
General Aggregate $2,000,000
Products & Comp/Op. Aggregate $2,000,000
Personal & Advertising Injury $1,000,000
Each Occurrence $1,000,000
Fire Damage (any one fire) $50,000
Med. Expense (any one person) $5,000
(b) Additional Insured: Coverage in Commercial General Liability and Excess Liability and/or Umbrella Liability
policies or coverage sections shall be written or endorsed so as to apply to the following as additional insured on a
primary and non-contributory basis:
"Town of Hamburg and its employees, authorized volunteers and board members."
The Certificate of Insurance must clearly state how Additional Insured coverage is achieved in the General
Liability and Umbrella/Excess Liability policies. Certificates of Insurance must show the form numbers that are
used to achieve all of the Additional Insured coverage. A copy of the actual policy language that affects this
coverage in each policy must be provided to the Town with the Certificate of Insurance.
(c) Waiver of Subrogation: To the fullest extent permitted by applicable state law, a Waiver of Subrogation
Clause shall be added to the General Liability, Umbrella/Excess Liability, and Workers Compensation policies in
favor of the Town.
.2 AUTOMOBILE LIABILITY INSURANCE
Bodily Injury and Property Damage, coverage for the Vendor as the owner or the lessee of automobiles, trucks,
trailers, self-propelled Vendor's equipment and all other owned, hired and non-owned vehicles registered for use
on the public highway and/or used in operations relating to work under contract. The coverage limit applicable
shall be the greater of the amounts indicated below or the amount(s) carried by the Vendor:
Combined Single Limit $1,000,000
(b) Additional Insured: Coverage in Auto Liability policy or coverage sections shall be written or endorsed so as
to apply to the following as additional insured:
"Town of Hamburg and its employees, authorized volunteers and board members."
.3 EXCESS LIABILITY AND/OR UMBRELLA LIABILITY
Applicable to Commercial General and Automobile Liability policies. The Excess Liability and/or Umbrella
Liability coverage limits applicable shall be the greater of the amounts indicated below or the amounts carried by
the Vendor:
Each Occurrence $1,000,000
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Aggregate $1,000,000
See Section 2.1(b) above for additional insured requirements applicable to the Excess Liability and/or
Umbrella Liability insurance.
3. WORKERS COMPENSATION AND EMPLOYER'S LIABILITY INSURANCE
Coverage as required by New York State statutory limits. Coverage shall include a waiver of subrogation in favor
of the Town of Hamburg.
4. NEW YORK DISABILITY (NYDBL)
Coverage as required by New York State statutory limits.
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Town Board of the Town of Hamburg
August 10, 2026 Meeting
4.32. Town Clerk - PAF
BE IT RESOLVED, the Town Board approves the attached PAF for the Town Clerk's office.
ATTACHMENTS:
8.10.26 PAF.pdf
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TOWN OF HAMBURG - PERSONNEL ACTION FORM
Date of Request: 6/5/26 Department: Town Clerk
Department Head Signature:
Supervisor Signature: Date:
TOWN BOARD MEETING OF 8/10/26
PAGE 1 of 1
I request that a Town Board Resolution be adopted approving the following personnel action(s): Full time PT/Sea/temp Termination
Town Resident New(N) or
Full Time Part Time hourly Separation
# Emp # Employee Name Yes (Y) or Rehire (R) or Position/Status/Fund Start date
No (N) Change (C) hourly rate rate Date
5045 Alice Magierski N C PT Clerk - Seasonal $20.00 2/19/2026
4948 Mary Hultquist N C PT Clerk - Seasonal $20.00 2/19/2026
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Town Board of the Town of Hamburg
August 10, 2026 Meeting
4.33. Buffalo Bills NFL Stadium Economic Impact Area & Town of Hamburg CFA Zoning Updates
SEQR Negative Declaration Resolution
Whereas, the Hamburg Town Code contains and specifies the local laws and ordinances of the Town of
Hamburg; and
Whereas, in December 2023, the Town of Hamburg was awarded $126,000 on competitive basis from
New York State Department of State (NYSDOS) for the development of the Buffalo Bills NFL Stadium
Economic Impact Area & Town of Hamburg Zoning Update Project; and
Whereas, after numerous Committee and stakeholder meetings, extensive public outreach, and agency
coordination, the Town’s CFA Zoning Committee and Fisher Associates as the project consultant, have
developed specific Code and zoning map revisions; and
Whereas, pursuant to Municipal Home Rule Law, the Town Board is proposing to enact a local law as
follows:
Be it enacted by the Town Board of the Town of Hamburg, New York, that the Hamburg Town Board
amends the Hamburg Town Code as follows (full copies attached):
Amend Chapter 280 (Zoning) by adding a new Article, entitled “SIA - Stadium Impact Area
District”
Amend Article LVI McKinley Mall Area Incentives
Append the “Bills Stadium Economic Impact Area Plan” to the Comprehensive Plan; and
Whereas, pursuant to Municipal Home Rule Law, the Town Board is also proposing to enact a local law
which proposes to amend the Town’s Zoning Map as follows:
Be it enacted by the Town Board of the Town of Hamburg, New York, that the Hamburg Town Board
amends the Town Zoning map as follows (as illustrated on the attached maps):
Rezone SBL # 160.19-1-4.1 from R-3 to SIA
Rezone SBL # 160.16-1-12 from R-3 to SIA
Rezone SBL # 160.11-2-17 and 160.15-1-28 from HC to MU-1
Rezone SBL # 160.11-2-18 from NC to MU-1
Rezone the following SBL #s 160.11-2-19, 160.11-2-20, 160.11-2-21, 160.11-2-22, 160.11-2-23,
160.11-2-24, 160.11-2-25, 160.11-2-26, 160.11-2-27, 160.11-2-28, 160.11-2-29, 160.11-2-30,
160.11-2-31, 160.11-2-32, 160.15-1-20, 160.15-1-18, 160.15-1-16, 160.15-1-14, and 160.15-1-
12.2 from C-3 to MU-1
Rezone the following SBL #s: 160.15-1-24.1, 160.11-2-8.113, 160.11-2-8.12, and 160.11-2-9
from C-2 to MU-1
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Rezone the following SBL #s: 160.14-2-35, 160.14-2-37, 160.14-2-49, and 160.14-2-50 from R-
2 to MU-1; and
Whereas, after receiving a letter of intent and interest from a property owner at 4511 East Highland
Parkway to be included in the proposed rezonings, reviewing the zoning draft, and consulting with the
Town Planning Department, the Town Board has determined the property has merit to be included in
the proposed rezonings and will complement the transition of the Mckinley Parkway corridor, and has
added SBL #: 160.11-2-16 to be rezoned from R-2 to MU-1;
Whereas, a public hearing was held regarding these Code amendments on June 22nd, 2026, and
comments were received and acknowledged from the public, and from Erie County, based on the 239-m
referral.
Now, Therefore, Be It Resolved, the Hamburg Town Board, in accordance with the State
Environmental Quality Review Act (SEQRA) has determined that the proposed amendments to the
Zoning Code of the Town of Hamburg Code of Ordinances and the Town of Hamburg Zoning Map will
not adversely affect the natural resources of the State and/or the health, safety, and welfare of the public
and is consistent with social and economic considerations and, therefore, issues the attached SEQRA
Negative Declaration in accordance with Section 617.7 of the SEQRA regulations; and
Be It Further Resolved That, the Supervisor is authorized to sign the Full Environmental Assessment
Form (FEAF Parts 1, 2, and 3), which will act as the Negative Declaration.
ATTACHMENTS:
FEAF Part 1 Unsigned.pdf
FEAF Part 2.pdf
FEAF Part 3.pdf
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Full Environmental Assessment Form
Part 1 - Project and Setting
Instructions for Completing Part 1
Part 1 is to be completed by the applicant or project sponsor. Responses become part of the application for approval or funding,
are subject to public review, and may be subject to further verification.
Complete Part 1 based on information currently available. If additional research or investigation would be needed to fully respond to
any item, please answer as thoroughly as possible based on current information; indicate whether missing information does not exist,
or is not reasonably available to the sponsor; and, when possible, generally describe work or studies which would be necessary to
update or fully develop that information.
Applicants/sponsors must complete all items in Sections A & B. In Sections C, D & E, most items contain an initial question that
must be answered either “Yes” or “No”. If the answer to the initial question is “Yes”, complete the sub-questions that follow. If the
answer to the initial question is “No”, proceed to the next question. Section F allows the project sponsor to identify and attach any
additional information. Section G requires the name and signature of the applicant or project sponsor to verify that the information
contained in Part 1is accurate and complete.
A. Project and Applicant/Sponsor Information.
Name of Action or Project:
Hamburg Stadium Impact Area Plan and Zoning
Project Location (describe, and attach a general location map):
Town of Hamburg, Stadium Impact Area (current Erie Community College campus and adjacent areas)
Brief Description of Proposed Action (include purpose or need):
See attachment
Name of Applicant/Sponsor: Telephone: 716.649.6111
Town of Hamburg E-Mail: [email protected]
Address: Hamburg Town Hall, 6100 S Park Avenue
City/PO: Hamburg State: Zip Code:
NY 14075
Project Contact (if not same as sponsor; give name and title/role): Telephone: 716.649.2023
Joshua Rogers, AICP, Town of Hamburg Planning Department E-Mail: [email protected]
Address:
same as above
City/PO: State: Zip Code:
Property Owner (if not same as sponsor): Telephone:
Various including Erie County-owned ECC South Campus E-Mail:
Address:
City/PO: State: Zip Code:
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B. Government Approvals
B. Government Approvals, Funding, or Sponsorship. (“Funding” includes grants, loans, tax relief, and any other forms of financial
assistance.)
Government Entity If Yes: Identify Agency and Approval(s) Application Date
Required (Actual or projected)
a. City Council, Town Board, 9 ✔ Yes 9 No Town Board [Plan and zoning adoption] June 2026
or Village Board of Trustees
b. City, Town or Village 9 Yes 9 No
✔ Planning Board [Recommendation for Approval] June 2026
Planning Board or Commission
c. City, Town or 9 Yes 9 No
Village Zoning Board of Appeals
d. Other local agencies 9 Yes 9 No
e. County agencies 9 Yes 9 No
✔ Erie County Dept of Environment and Planning
[GMU 239-L Review and Recommendation]
f. Regional agencies 9 Yes 9 No
g. State agencies 9 Yes 9 No
h. Federal agencies 9 Yes 9 No
i. Coastal Resources.
i. Is the project site within a Coastal Area, or the waterfront area of a Designated Inland Waterway? 9 No
9 Yes ✔
ii. Is the project site located in a community with an approved Local Waterfront Revitalization Program? ✔
9 Yes 9 No
iii. Is the project site within a Coastal Erosion Hazard Area? 9 Yes ✔
9 No
C. Planning and Zoning
C.1. Planning and zoning actions.
Will administrative or legislative adoption, or amendment of a plan, local law, ordinance, rule or regulation be the 9 Yes 9 No
✔
only approval(s) which must be granted to enable the proposed action to proceed?
• If Yes, complete sections C, F and G.
• If No, proceed to question C.2 and complete all remaining sections and questions in Part 1
C.2. Adopted land use plans.
a. Do any municipally- adopted (city, town, village or county) comprehensive land use plan(s) include the site ✔
9 Yes 9 No
where the proposed action would be located?
If Yes, does the comprehensive plan include specific recommendations for the site where the proposed action 9 Yes ✔
9 No
would be located?
b. Is the site of the proposed action within any local or regional special planning district (for example: Greenway; 9 Yes 9 No
✔
Brownfield Opportunity Area (BOA); designated State or Federal heritage area; watershed management plan;
or other?)
If Yes, identify the plan(s):
_______________________________________________________________________________________________________
NYS Heritage Areas: West Erie Canal Corridor
________________________________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________________________________
c. Is the proposed action located wholly or partially within an area listed in an adopted municipal open space plan, 9 Yes ✔
9 No
or an adopted municipal farmland protection plan?
If Yes, identify the plan(s):
________________________________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________________________________
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C.3. Zoning
a. Is the site of the proposed action located in a municipality with an adopted zoning law or ordinance. 9 Yes 9 No
✔
If Yes, what is the zoning classification(s) including any applicable overlay district?
ECC_________________________________________________________________________________________________________
South Campus is currently zoned R3 (Multifamily), McKinley Mall is zoned C1 (Local Retail Business) with an overlay district (McKinley Mall Incentive
Zone), and the other affected parcels are zoned C3 (Office). Other parcels in corridor are C2.
_________________________________________________________________________________________________________
b. Is the use permitted or allowed by a special or conditional use permit? 9 Yes 9 No
c. Is a zoning change requested as part of the proposed action? 9 Yes 9 No
If Yes,
i. What is the proposed new zoning for the site? New
___________________________________________________________________
SIA District, rezoning corridor to MU-1, modifications to McKinley Mall Incentive Zone
C.4. Existing community services.
a. In what school district is the project site located? Frontier
________________________________________________________________
Central School District
b. What police or other public protection forces serve the project site?
Town_________________________________________________________________________________________________________
of Hamburg Police Department; Erie County Sherriff; New York State Police
c. Which fire protection and emergency medical services serve the project site?
__________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Scranton Volunteer Fire Company; Mercy Hospital; Big Tree EMS
d. What parks serve the project site?
__________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Orchard Acres Park near the existing McKinley Malld. The Stadium Economic Impact Area plan envisions significant public open spaces.
__________________________________________________________________________________________________________
D. Project Details
D.1. Proposed and Potential Development
a. What is the general nature of the proposed action (e.g., residential, industrial, commercial, recreational; if mixed, include all
components)?
_________________________________________________________________________________________________________
b. a. Total acreage of the site of the proposed action? _____________ acres
b. Total acreage to be physically disturbed? _____________ acres
c. Total acreage (project site and any contiguous properties) owned
or controlled by the applicant or project sponsor? _____________ acres
c. Is the proposed action an expansion of an existing project or use? 9 Yes 9 No
i. If Yes, what is the approximate percentage of the proposed expansion and identify the units (e.g., acres, miles, housing units,
square feet)? % ____________________ Units: ____________________
d. Is the proposed action a subdivision, or does it include a subdivision? 9 Yes 9 No
If Yes,
i. Purpose or type of subdivision? (e.g., residential, industrial, commercial; if mixed, specify types)
________________________________________________________________________________________________________
ii. Is a cluster/conservation layout proposed? 9 Yes 9 No
iii. Number of lots proposed? ________
iv. Minimum and maximum proposed lot sizes? Minimum __________ Maximum __________
e. Will the proposed action be constructed in multiple phases? 9 Yes 9 No
i. If No, anticipated period of construction: _____ months
ii. If Yes:
• Total number of phases anticipated _____
• Anticipated commencement date of phase 1 (including demolition) _____ month _____ year
• Anticipated completion date of final phase _____ month _____year
• Generally describe connections or relationships among phases, including any contingencies where progress of one phase may
determine timing or duration of future phases: _______________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________________________
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f. Does the project include new residential uses? 9 Yes 9 No
If Yes, show numbers of units proposed.
One Family Two Family Three Family Multiple Family (four or more)
Initial Phase ___________ ___________ ____________ ________________________
At completion
of all phases ___________ ___________ ____________ ________________________
g. Does the proposed action include new non-residential construction (including expansions)? 9 Yes 9 No
If Yes,
i. Total number of structures ___________
ii. Dimensions (in feet) of largest proposed structure: ________height; ________width; and _______ length
iii. Approximate extent of building space to be heated or cooled: ______________________ square feet
h. Does the proposed action include construction or other activities that will result in the impoundment of any 9 Yes 9 No
liquids, such as creation of a water supply, reservoir, pond, lake, waste lagoon or other storage?
If Yes,
i. Purpose of the impoundment: ________________________________________________________________________________
ii. If a water impoundment, the principal source of the water: 9 Ground water 9 Surface water streams 9 Other specify:
_________________________________________________________________________________________________________
iii. If other than water, identify the type of impounded/contained liquids and their source.
_________________________________________________________________________________________________________
iv. Approximate size of the proposed impoundment. Volume: ____________ million gallons; surface area: ____________ acres
v. Dimensions of the proposed dam or impounding structure: ________ height; _______ length
vi. Construction method/materials for the proposed dam or impounding structure (e.g., earth fill, rock, wood, concrete):
________________________________________________________________________________________________________
D.2. Project Operations
a. Does the proposed action include any excavation, mining, or dredging, during construction, operations, or both? 9 Yes 9 No
(Not including general site preparation, grading or installation of utilities or foundations where all excavated
materials will remain onsite)
If Yes:
i .What is the purpose of the excavation or dredging? _______________________________________________________________
ii. How much material (including rock, earth, sediments, etc.) is proposed to be removed from the site?
• Volume (specify tons or cubic yards): ____________________________________________
• Over what duration of time? ____________________________________________________
iii. Describe nature and characteristics of materials to be excavated or dredged, and plans to use, manage or dispose of them.
________________________________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________________________________
iv. Will there be onsite dewatering or processing of excavated materials? 9 Yes 9 No
If yes, describe. ___________________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________________________________
v. What is the total area to be dredged or excavated? _____________________________________acres
vi. What is the maximum area to be worked at any one time? _______________________________ acres
vii. What would be the maximum depth of excavation or dredging? __________________________ feet
viii. Will the excavation require blasting? 9 Yes 9 No
ix. Summarize site reclamation goals and plan: _____________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________________________________
b. Would the proposed action cause or result in alteration of, increase or decrease in size of, or encroachment 9 Yes 9 No
into any existing wetland, waterbody, shoreline, beach or adjacent area?
If Yes:
i. Identify the wetland or waterbody which would be affected (by name, water index number, wetland map number or geographic
description): ______________________________________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________________________________
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ii. Describe how the proposed action would affect that waterbody or wetland, e.g. excavation, fill, placement of structures, or
alteration of channels, banks and shorelines. Indicate extent of activities, alterations and additions in square feet or acres:
_________________________________________________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________________________________
iii. Will the proposed action cause or result in disturbance to bottom sediments? Yes 9 No
If Yes, describe: __________________________________________________________________________________________
iv. Will the proposed action cause or result in the destruction or removal of aquatic vegetation? 9 Yes 9 No
If Yes:
• acres of aquatic vegetation proposed to be removed: ___________________________________________________________
• expected acreage of aquatic vegetation remaining after project completion:________________________________________
• purpose of proposed removal (e.g. beach clearing, invasive species control, boat access): ____________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________________________
• proposed method of plant removal: ________________________________________________________________________
• if chemical/herbicide treatment will be used, specify product(s): _________________________________________________
v. Describe any proposed reclamation/mitigation following disturbance: _________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________________________________
c. Will the proposed action use, or create a new demand for water? 9 Yes 9 No
If Yes:
i. Total anticipated water usage/demand per day: __________________________ gallons/day
ii. Will the proposed action obtain water from an existing public water supply? 9 Yes 9 No
If Yes:
• Name of district or service area: _________________________________________________________________________
• Does the existing public water supply have capacity to serve the proposal? 9 Yes 9 No
• Is the project site in the existing district? 9 Yes 9 No
• Is expansion of the district needed? 9 Yes 9 No
• Do existing lines serve the project site? 9 Yes 9 No
iii. Will line extension within an existing district be necessary to supply the project? 9 Yes 9 No
If Yes:
• Describe extensions or capacity expansions proposed to serve this project: ________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________________________
• Source(s) of supply for the district: ________________________________________________________________________
iv. Is a new water supply district or service area proposed to be formed to serve the project site? 9 Yes 9 No
If, Yes:
• Applicant/sponsor for new district: ________________________________________________________________________
• Date application submitted or anticipated: __________________________________________________________________
• Proposed source(s) of supply for new district: _______________________________________________________________
v. If a public water supply will not be used, describe plans to provide water supply for the project: ___________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________________________________
vi. If water supply will be from wells (public or private), what is the maximum pumping capacity: _______ gallons/minute.
d. Will the proposed action generate liquid wastes? 9 Yes 9 No
If Yes:
i. Total anticipated liquid waste generation per day: _______________ gallons/day
ii. Nature of liquid wastes to be generated (e.g., sanitary wastewater, industrial; if combination, describe all components and
approximate volumes or proportions of each): __________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________________________________
iii. Will the proposed action use any existing public wastewater treatment facilities? 9 Yes 9 No
If Yes:
• Name of wastewater treatment plant to be used: _____________________________________________________________
• Name of district: ______________________________________________________________________________________
• Does the existing wastewater treatment plant have capacity to serve the project? 9 Yes 9 No
• Is the project site in the existing district? 9 Yes 9 No
• Is expansion of the district needed? 9 Yes 9 No
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• Do existing sewer lines serve the project site? 9 Yes 9 No
• Will a line extension within an existing district be necessary to serve the project? 9 Yes 9 No
If Yes:
• Describe extensions or capacity expansions proposed to serve this project: ____________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________________________
iv. Will a new wastewater (sewage) treatment district be formed to serve the project site? 9 Yes 9 No
If Yes:
• Applicant/sponsor for new district: ____________________________________________________________________
• Date application submitted or anticipated: _______________________________________________________________
• What is the receiving water for the wastewater discharge? __________________________________________________
v. If public facilities will not be used, describe plans to provide wastewater treatment for the project, including specifying proposed
receiving water (name and classification if surface discharge or describe subsurface disposal plans):
________________________________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________________________________
vi. Describe any plans or designs to capture, recycle or reuse liquid waste: _______________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________________________________
e. Will the proposed action disturb more than one acre and create stormwater runoff, either from new point 9 Yes 9 No
sources (i.e. ditches, pipes, swales, curbs, gutters or other concentrated flows of stormwater) or non-point
source (i.e. sheet flow) during construction or post construction?
If Yes:
i. How much impervious surface will the project create in relation to total size of project parcel?
_____ Square feet or _____ acres (impervious surface)
_____ Square feet or _____ acres (parcel size)
ii. Describe types of new point sources. __________________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________________________________
iii. Where will the stormwater runoff be directed (i.e. on-site stormwater management facility/structures, adjacent properties,
groundwater, on-site surface water or off-site surface waters)?
________________________________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________________________________
• If to surface waters, identify receiving water bodies or wetlands: ________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________________________
• Will stormwater runoff flow to adjacent properties? 9 Yes 9 No
iv. Does the proposed plan minimize impervious surfaces, use pervious materials or collect and re-use stormwater? 9 Yes 9 No
f. Does the proposed action include, or will it use on-site, one or more sources of air emissions, including fuel 9 Yes 9 No
combustion, waste incineration, or other processes or operations?
If Yes, identify:
i. Mobile sources during project operations (e.g., heavy equipment, fleet or delivery vehicles)
_________________________________________________________________________________________________________
ii. Stationary sources during construction (e.g., power generation, structural heating, batch plant, crushers)
________________________________________________________________________________________________________
iii. Stationary sources during operations (e.g., process emissions, large boilers, electric generation)
________________________________________________________________________________________________________
g. Will any air emission sources named in D.2.f (above), require a NY State Air Registration, Air Facility Permit, 9 Yes 9 No
or Federal Clean Air Act Title IV or Title V Permit?
If Yes:
i. Is the project site located in an Air quality non-attainment area? (Area routinely or periodically fails to meet 9 Yes 9 No
ambient air quality standards for all or some parts of the year)
ii. In addition to emissions as calculated in the application, the project will generate:
• ___________Tons/year (short tons) of Carbon Dioxide (CO2)
• ___________Tons/year (short tons) of Nitrous Oxide (N2O)
• ___________Tons/year (short tons) of Perfluorocarbons (PFCs)
• ___________Tons/year (short tons) of Sulfur Hexafluoride (SF6)
• ___________Tons/year (short tons) of Carbon Dioxide equivalent of Hydroflourocarbons (HFCs)
• ___________Tons/year (short tons) of Hazardous Air Pollutants (HAPs)
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h. Will the proposed action generate or emit methane (including, but not limited to, sewage treatment plants, 9 Yes 9 No
landfills, composting facilities)?
If Yes:
i. Estimate methane generation in tons/year (metric): ________________________________________________________________
ii. Describe any methane capture, control or elimination measures included in project design (e.g., combustion to generate heat or
electricity, flaring): ________________________________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________________________________
i. Will the proposed action result in the release of air pollutants from open-air operations or processes, such as 9 Yes 9 No
quarry or landfill operations?
If Yes: Describe operations and nature of emissions (e.g., diesel exhaust, rock particulates/dust):
_________________________________________________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________________________________
j. Will the proposed action result in a substantial increase in traffic above present levels or generate substantial 9 Yes 9 No
new demand for transportation facilities or services?
If Yes:
i. When is the peak traffic expected (Check all that apply): Morning Evening Weekend
Randomly between hours of __________ to ________.
ii. For commercial activities only, projected number of truck trips/day and type (e.g., semi trailers and dump trucks): _____________
________________________________________________________________________________________________________
iii. Parking spaces: Existing ___________________ Proposed ___________ Net increase/decrease _____________________
iv. Does the proposed action include any shared use parking? Yes No
v. If the proposed action includes any modification of existing roads, creation of new roads or change in existing access, describe:
________________________________________________________________________________________________________
vi. Are public/private transportation service(s) or facilities available within ½ mile of the proposed site? 9 Yes 9 No
vii Will the proposed action include access to public transportation or accommodations for use of hybrid, electric 9 Yes 9 No
or other alternative fueled vehicles?
viii. Will the proposed action include plans for pedestrian or bicycle accommodations for connections to existing 9 Yes 9 No
pedestrian or bicycle routes?
k. Will the proposed action (for commercial or industrial projects only) generate new or additional demand 9 Yes 9 No
for energy?
If Yes:
i. Estimate annual electricity demand during operation of the proposed action: ____________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________________________________
ii. Anticipated sources/suppliers of electricity for the project (e.g., on-site combustion, on-site renewable, via grid/local utility, or
other):
________________________________________________________________________________________________________
iii. Will the proposed action require a new, or an upgrade, to an existing substation? 9 Yes 9 No
l. Hours of operation. Answer all items which apply.
i. During Construction: ii. During Operations:
• Monday - Friday: _________________________ • Monday - Friday: ____________________________
• Saturday: ________________________________ • Saturday: ___________________________________
• Sunday: _________________________________ • Sunday: ____________________________________
• Holidays: ________________________________ • Holidays: ___________________________________
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m. Will the proposed action produce noise that will exceed existing ambient noise levels during construction, 9 Yes 9 No
operation, or both?
If yes:
i. Provide details including sources, time of day and duration:
_______________________________________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________________________________
ii. Will the proposed action remove existing natural barriers that could act as a noise barrier or screen? 9 Yes 9 No
Describe: _________________________________________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________________________________
n. Will the proposed action have outdoor lighting? 9 Yes 9 No
If yes:
i. Describe source(s), location(s), height of fixture(s), direction/aim, and proximity to nearest occupied structures:
_________________________________________________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________________________________
ii. Will proposed action remove existing natural barriers that could act as a light barrier or screen? 9 Yes 9 No
Describe: _________________________________________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________________________________
o. Does the proposed action have the potential to produce odors for more than one hour per day? 9 Yes 9 No
If Yes, describe possible sources, potential frequency and duration of odor emissions, and proximity to nearest
occupied structures: ______________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________________________________
p. Will the proposed action include any bulk storage of petroleum (combined capacity of over 1,100 gallons) 9 Yes 9 No
or chemical products 185 gallons in above ground storage or any amount in underground storage?
If Yes:
i. Product(s) to be stored ______________________________________________________________________________________
ii. Volume(s) ______ per unit time ___________ (e.g., month, year)
iii. Generally, describe the proposed storage facilities:________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________________________________
q. Will the proposed action (commercial, industrial and recreational projects only) use pesticides (i.e., herbicides, 9 Yes 9 No
insecticides) during construction or operation?
If Yes:
i. Describe proposed treatment(s):
________________________________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________________________________
ii. Will the proposed action use Integrated Pest Management Practices? 9 Yes 9 No
r. Will the proposed action (commercial or industrial projects only) involve or require the management or disposal 9 Yes 9 No
of solid waste (excluding hazardous materials)?
If Yes:
i. Describe any solid waste(s) to be generated during construction or operation of the facility:
• Construction: ____________________ tons per ________________ (unit of time)
• Operation : ____________________ tons per ________________ (unit of time)
ii. Describe any proposals for on-site minimization, recycling or reuse of materials to avoid disposal as solid waste:
• Construction: ________________________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________________________
• Operation: __________________________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________________________
iii. Proposed disposal methods/facilities for solid waste generated on-site:
• Construction: ________________________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________________________
• Operation: __________________________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________________________
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s. Does the proposed action include construction or modification of a solid waste management facility? 9 Yes 9 No
If Yes:
i. Type of management or handling of waste proposed for the site (e.g., recycling or transfer station, composting, landfill, or
other disposal activities): ___________________________________________________________________________________
ii. Anticipated rate of disposal/processing:
• ________ Tons/month, if transfer or other non-combustion/thermal treatment, or
• ________ Tons/hour, if combustion or thermal treatment
iii. If landfill, anticipated site life: ________________________________ years
t. Will the proposed action at the site involve the commercial generation, treatment, storage, or disposal of hazardous 9 Yes 9 No
waste?
If Yes:
i. Name(s) of all hazardous wastes or constituents to be generated, handled or managed at facility: ___________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________________________________
ii. Generally describe processes or activities involving hazardous wastes or constituents: ___________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________________________________
iii. Specify amount to be handled or generated _____ tons/month
iv. Describe any proposals for on-site minimization, recycling or reuse of hazardous constituents: ____________________________
________________________________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________________________________
v. Will any hazardous wastes be disposed at an existing offsite hazardous waste facility? 9 Yes 9 No
If Yes: provide name and location of facility: _______________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________________________________
If No: describe proposed management of any hazardous wastes which will not be sent to a hazardous waste facility:
________________________________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________________________________
E. Site and Setting of Proposed Action
E.1. Land uses on and surrounding the project site
a. Existing land uses.
i. Check all uses that occur on, adjoining and near the project site.
9 Urban 9 Industrial 9 Commercial 9 Residential (suburban) 9 Rural (non-farm)
9 Forest 9 Agriculture 9 Aquatic 9 Other (specify): ____________________________________
ii. If mix of uses, generally describe:
__________________________________________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________________________________
b. Land uses and covertypes on the project site.
Land use or Current Acreage After Change
Covertype Acreage Project Completion (Acres +/-)
• Roads, buildings, and other paved or impervious
surfaces
• Forested
• Meadows, grasslands or brushlands (non-
agricultural, including abandoned agricultural)
• Agricultural
(includes active orchards, field, greenhouse etc.)
• Surface water features
(lakes, ponds, streams, rivers, etc.)
• Wetlands (freshwater or tidal)
• Non-vegetated (bare rock, earth or fill)
• Other
Describe: _______________________________
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c. Is the project site presently used by members of the community for public recreation? 9 Yes 9 No
i. If Yes: explain: __________________________________________________________________________________________
d. Are there any facilities serving children, the elderly, people with disabilities (e.g., schools, hospitals, licensed 9 Yes 9 No
day care centers, or group homes) within 1500 feet of the project site?
If Yes,
i. Identify Facilities:
________________________________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________________________________
e. Does the project site contain an existing dam? 9 Yes 9 No
If Yes:
i. Dimensions of the dam and impoundment:
• Dam height: _________________________________ feet
• Dam length: _________________________________ feet
• Surface area: _________________________________ acres
• Volume impounded: _______________________________ gallons OR acre-feet
ii. Dam=s existing hazard classification: _________________________________________________________________________
iii. Provide date and summarize results of last inspection:
_______________________________________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________________________________
f. Has the project site ever been used as a municipal, commercial or industrial solid waste management facility, 9 Yes 9 No
or does the project site adjoin property which is now, or was at one time, used as a solid waste management facility?
If Yes:
i. Has the facility been formally closed? 9 Yes 9 No
• If yes, cite sources/documentation: _______________________________________________________________________
ii. Describe the location of the project site relative to the boundaries of the solid waste management facility:
_______________________________________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________________________________
iii. Describe any development constraints due to the prior solid waste activities: __________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________________________________
g. Have hazardous wastes been generated, treated and/or disposed of at the site, or does the project site adjoin 9 Yes 9 No
property which is now or was at one time used to commercially treat, store and/or dispose of hazardous waste?
If Yes:
i. Describe waste(s) handled and waste management activities, including approximate time when activities occurred:
_______________________________________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________________________________
h. Potential contamination history. Has there been a reported spill at the proposed project site, or have any 9 Yes 9 No
remedial actions been conducted at or adjacent to the proposed site?
If Yes:
i. Is any portion of the site listed on the NYSDEC Spills Incidents database or Environmental Site 9 Yes 9 No
Remediation database? Check all that apply:
9 Yes – Spills Incidents database Provide DEC ID number(s): ________________________________
9 Yes – Environmental Site Remediation database Provide DEC ID number(s): ________________________________
9 Neither database
ii. If site has been subject of RCRA corrective activities, describe control measures:_______________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________________________________
iii. Is the project within 2000 feet of any site in the NYSDEC Environmental Site Remediation database? 9 Yes 9 No
If yes, provide DEC ID number(s): ______________________________________________________________________________
iv. If yes to (i), (ii) or (iii) above, describe current status of site(s):
_______________________________________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________________________________
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v. Is the project site subject to an institutional control limiting property uses? 9 Yes 9 No
• If yes, DEC site ID number: ____________________________________________________________________________
• Describe the type of institutional control (e.g., deed restriction or easement): ____________________________________
• Describe any use limitations: ___________________________________________________________________________
• Describe any engineering controls: _______________________________________________________________________
• Will the project affect the institutional or engineering controls in place? 9 Yes 9 No
• Explain: ____________________________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________________________________
E.2. Natural Resources On or Near Project Site
a. What is the average depth to bedrock on the project site? ________________ feet
b. Are there bedrock outcroppings on the project site? 9 Yes 9 No
If Yes, what proportion of the site is comprised of bedrock outcroppings? __________________%
c. Predominant soil type(s) present on project site: ___________________________ __________%
___________________________ __________%
____________________________ __________%
d. What is the average depth to the water table on the project site? Average: _________ feet
e. Drainage status of project site soils: 9 Well Drained: _____% of site
9 Moderately Well Drained: _____% of site
9 Poorly Drained _____% of site
f. Approximate proportion of proposed action site with slopes: 9 0-10%: _____% of site
9 10-15%: _____% of site
9 15% or greater: _____% of site
g. Are there any unique geologic features on the project site? 9 Yes 9 No
If Yes, describe: _____________________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________________________________
h. Surface water features.
i. Does any portion of the project site contain wetlands or other waterbodies (including streams, rivers, 9 Yes 9 No
ponds or lakes)?
ii. Do any wetlands or other waterbodies adjoin the project site? 9 Yes 9 No
If Yes to either i or ii, continue. If No, skip to E.2.i.
iii. Are any of the wetlands or waterbodies within or adjoining the project site regulated by any federal, 9 Yes 9 No
state or local agency?
iv. For each identified regulated wetland and waterbody on the project site, provide the following information:
• Streams: Name ____________________________________________ Classification _______________________
• Lakes or Ponds: Name ____________________________________________ Classification _______________________
• Wetlands: Name ____________________________________________ Approximate Size ___________________
• Wetland No. (if regulated by DEC) _____________________________
v. Are any of the above water bodies listed in the most recent compilation of NYS water quality-impaired 9 Yes 9 No
waterbodies?
If yes, name of impaired water body/bodies and basis for listing as impaired: _____________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________________________________________
i. Is the project site in a designated Floodway? 9 Yes 9 No
j. Is the project site in the 100-year Floodplain? 9 Yes 9 No
k. Is the project site in the 500-year Floodplain? 9 Yes 9 No
l. Is the project site located over, or immediately adjoining, a primary, principal or sole source aquifer? 9 Yes 9 No
If Yes:
i. Name of aquifer: _________________________________________________________________________________________
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m. Identify the predominant wildlife species that occupy or use the project site: ______________________________
______________________________ _______________________________ ______________________________
______________________________ _______________________________ ______________________________
n. Does the project site contain a designated significant natural community? 9 Yes 9 No
If Yes:
i. Describe the habitat/community (composition, function, and basis for designation): _____________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________________________________
ii. Source(s) of description or evaluation: ________________________________________________________________________
iii. Extent of community/habitat:
• Currently: ______________________ acres
• Following completion of project as proposed: _____________________ acres
• Gain or loss (indicate + or -): ______________________ acres
o. Does project site contain any species of plant or animal that is listed by the federal government or NYS as 9 Yes 9 No
endangered or threatened, or does it contain any areas identified as habitat for an endangered or threatened species?
If Yes:
i. Species and listing (endangered or threatened):______________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
p. Does the project site contain any species of plant or animal that is listed by NYS as rare, or as a species of 9 Yes 9 No
special concern?
If Yes:
i. Species and listing:____________________________________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
q. Is the project site or adjoining area currently used for hunting, trapping, fishing or shell fishing? 9 Yes 9 No
If yes, give a brief description of how the proposed action may affect that use: ___________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________________________________
E.3. Designated Public Resources On or Near Project Site
a. Is the project site, or any portion of it, located in a designated agricultural district certified pursuant to 9 Yes 9 No
Agriculture and Markets Law, Article 25-AA, Section 303 and 304?
If Yes, provide county plus district name/number: _________________________________________________________________
b. Are agricultural lands consisting of highly productive soils present? 9 Yes 9 No
i. If Yes: acreage(s) on project site? ___________________________________________________________________________
ii. Source(s) of soil rating(s): _________________________________________________________________________________
c. Does the project site contain all or part of, or is it substantially contiguous to, a registered National 9 Yes 9 No
Natural Landmark?
If Yes:
i. Nature of the natural landmark: 9 Biological Community 9 Geological Feature
ii. Provide brief description of landmark, including values behind designation and approximate size/extent: ___________________
________________________________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________________________________
d. Is the project site located in or does it adjoin a state listed Critical Environmental Area? 9 Yes 9 No
If Yes:
i. CEA name: _____________________________________________________________________________________________
ii. Basis for designation: _____________________________________________________________________________________
iii. Designating agency and date: ______________________________________________________________________________
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e. Does the project site contain, or is it substantially contiguous to, a building, archaeological site, or district 9 Yes 9 No
which is listed on the National or State Register of Historic Places, or that has been determined by the Commissioner of the NYS
Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation to be eligible for listing on the State Register of Historic Places?
If Yes:
i. Nature of historic/archaeological resource: 9 Archaeological Site 9 Historic Building or District
ii. Name: _________________________________________________________________________________________________
iii. Brief description of attributes on which listing is based:
_______________________________________________________________________________________________________
f. Is the project site, or any portion of it, located in or adjacent to an area designated as sensitive for 9 Yes 9 No
archaeological sites on the NY State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO) archaeological site inventory?
g. Have additional archaeological or historic site(s) or resources been identified on the project site? 9 Yes 9 No
If Yes:
i. Describe possible resource(s): _______________________________________________________________________________
ii. Basis for identification: ___________________________________________________________________________________
h. Is the project site within fives miles of any officially designated and publicly accessible federal, state, or local 9 Yes 9 No
scenic or aesthetic resource?
If Yes:
i. Identify resource: _________________________________________________________________________________________
ii. Nature of, or basis for, designation (e.g., established highway overlook, state or local park, state historic trail or scenic byway,
etc.): ___________________________________________________________________________________________________
iii. Distance between project and resource: _____________________ miles.
i. Is the project site located within a designated river corridor under the Wild, Scenic and Recreational Rivers 9 Yes 9 No
Program 6 NYCRR 666?
If Yes:
i. Identify the name of the river and its designation: ________________________________________________________________
ii. Is the activity consistent with development restrictions contained in 6NYCRR Part 666? 9 Yes 9 No
F. Additional Information
Attach any additional information which may be needed to clarify your project.
If you have identified any adverse impacts which could be associated with your proposal, please describe those impacts plus any
measures which you propose to avoid or minimize them.
G. Verification
I certify that the information provided is true to the best of my knowledge.
Applicant/Sponsor Name ___________________________________ Date_______________________________________
Signature________________________________________________ Title_______________________________________
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Brief Description of Proposed Action (include purpose or need):
The proposed action involves the adoption of the Town of Hamburg's "Bills Stadium Economic Impact
Area Plan" and associated zoning for creation of a new zoning district called the "Stadium Impact Area
(SIA) zone.” The action also involves complementary modifications to existing zoning districts in areas
adjacent to the SIA.
The Area Plan, which will be appended to the Town's existing comprehensive plan, sets forth a vision for
the current Erie Community College (ECC), an approximately 100-acre site adjacent to the new Buffalo
Bills Stadium. ECC has plans to vacate the property in coming years. The plan sets forth a vision for an
innovative, walkable, mixed-use neighborhood. The plan includes a set of programmatic, urban design,
mobility, and building guidelines for future developer(s) to implement the vision.
The SIA zoning district facilitates creation of new development that aligns with the Plan vision. It sets forth
a process for adoption that requires a district-wide conceptual plan to ensure a cohesive development. The
district includes allowable uses focused on a midscale, walkable mixed-use environment, as well as
transportation network standards that emphasize multimodal travel.
North of the SIA, the action includes modest changes to the zoning. A collection of parcels along McKinley
Parkway rezoned as MU-1. Further north, at the existing McKinley Mall, the McKinley Mall Incentive Zone
would be modified to increase the types of amenities available as part of the incentives intended to spur
redevelopment and be more complementary to the SIA.
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Agency Use Only [If applicable]
Full Environmental Assessment Form Project : Buffalo Bills NFL Stadium Economic Impact Area & Town of Hamburg CFA
Part 2 - Identification of Potential Project Impacts Date : 8/10/26
Part 2 is to be completed by the lead agency. Part 2 is designed to help the lead agency inventory all potential resources that could
be affected by a proposed project or action. We recognize that the lead agency=s reviewer(s) will not necessarily be environmental
professionals. So, the questions are designed to walk a reviewer through the assessment process by providing a series of questions that
can be answered using the information found in Part 1. To further assist the lead agency in completing Part 2, the form identifies the
most relevant questions in Part 1 that will provide the information needed to answer the Part 2 question. When Part 2 is completed, the
lead agency will have identified the relevant environmental areas that may be impacted by the proposed activity.
If the lead agency is a state agency and the action is in any Coastal Area, complete the Coastal Assessment Form before proceeding
with this assessment.
Tips for completing Part 2:
Review all of the information provided in Part 1.
Review any application, maps, supporting materials and the Full EAF Workbook.
Answer each of the 18 questions in Part 2.
If you answer “Yes” to a numbered question, please complete all the questions that follow in that section.
If you answer “No” to a numbered question, move on to the next numbered question.
Check appropriate column to indicate the anticipated size of the impact.
Proposed projects that would exceed a numeric threshold contained in a question should result in the reviewing agency
checking the box “Moderate to large impact may occur.”
The reviewer is not expected to be an expert in environmental analysis.
If you are not sure or undecided about the size of an impact, it may help to review the sub-questions for the general
question and consult the workbook.
When answering a question consider all components of the proposed activity, that is, the whole action.
Consider the possibility for long-term and cumulative impacts as well as direct impacts.
Answer the question in a reasonable manner considering the scale and context of the project.
1. Impact on Land
Proposed action may involve construction on, or physical alteration of, ■NO
YES
the land surface of the proposed site. (See Part 1. D.1)
If “Yes”, answer questions a - j. If “No”, move on to Section 2.
Relevant No, or Moderate
Part I small to large
Question(s) impact impact may
may occur occur
a. The proposed action may involve construction on land where depth to water table is E2d
less than 3 feet.
b. The proposed action may involve construction on slopes of 15% or greater. E2f
c. The proposed action may involve construction on land where bedrock is exposed, or E2a
generally within 5 feet of existing ground surface.
d. The proposed action may involve the excavation and removal of more than 1,000 tons D2a
of natural material.
e. The proposed action may involve construction that continues for more than one year D1e
or in multiple phases.
f. The proposed action may result in increased erosion, whether from physical D2e, D2q
disturbance or vegetation removal (including from treatment by herbicides).
g. The proposed action is, or may be, located within a Coastal Erosion hazard area. B1i
h. Other impacts:
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2. Impact on Geological Features
The proposed action may result in the modification or destruction of, or inhibit
access to, any unique or unusual land forms on the site (e.g., cliffs, dunes,
✔NO
YES
minerals, fossils, caves). (See Part 1. E.2.g)
If “Yes”, answer questions a - c. If “No”, move on to Section 3.
Relevant No, or Moderate
Part I small to large
Question(s) impact impact may
may occur occur
a. Identify the specific land form(s) attached: E2g 9 9
b. The proposed action may affect or is adjacent to a geological feature listed as a E3c 9 9
registered National Natural Landmark.
Specific feature:
c. Other impacts: 9 9
3. Impacts on Surface Water
The proposed action may affect one or more wetlands or other surface water
✔NO
YES
bodies (e.g., streams, rivers, ponds or lakes). (See Part 1. D.2, E.2.h)
If “Yes”, answer questions a - l. If “No”, move on to Section 4.
Relevant No, or Moderate
Part I small to large
Question(s) impact impact may
may occur occur
a. The proposed action may create a new water body. D2b, D1h 9 9
b. The proposed action may result in an increase or decrease of over 10% or more than a D2b 9 9
10 acre increase or decrease in the surface area of any body of water.
c. The proposed action may involve dredging more than 100 cubic yards of material D2a 9 9
from a wetland or water body.
d. The proposed action may involve construction within or adjoining a freshwater or E2h 9 9
tidal wetland, or in the bed or banks of any other water body.
e. The proposed action may create turbidity in a waterbody, either from upland erosion, D2a, D2h 9 9
runoff or by disturbing bottom sediments.
f. The proposed action may include construction of one or more intake(s) for withdrawal D2c 9 9
of water from surface water.
g. The proposed action may include construction of one or more outfall(s) for discharge D2d 9 9
of wastewater to surface water(s).
h. The proposed action may cause soil erosion, or otherwise create a source of D2e 9 9
stormwater discharge that may lead to siltation or other degradation of receiving
water bodies.
i. The proposed action may affect the water quality of any water bodies within or E2h 9 9
downstream of the site of the proposed action.
j. The proposed action may involve the application of pesticides or herbicides in or D2q, E2h 9 9
around any water body.
k. The proposed action may require the construction of new, or expansion of existing, D1a, D2d 9 9
wastewater treatment facilities.
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l. Other impacts: 9 9
4. Impact on groundwater
The proposed action may result in new or additional use of ground water, or
✔NO
YES
may have the potential to introduce contaminants to ground water or an aquifer.
(See Part 1. D.2.a, D.2.c, D.2.d, D.2.p, D.2.q, D.2.t)
If “Yes”, answer questions a - h. If “No”, move on to Section 5.
Relevant No, or Moderate
Part I small to large
Question(s) impact impact may
may occur occur
a. The proposed action may require new water supply wells, or create additional demand D2c 9 9
on supplies from existing water supply wells.
b. Water supply demand from the proposed action may exceed safe and sustainable D2c 9 9
withdrawal capacity rate of the local supply or aquifer.
Cite Source:
c. The proposed action may allow or result in residential uses in areas without water and D1a, D2c 9 9
sewer services.
d. The proposed action may include or require wastewater discharged to groundwater. D2d, E2l 9 9
e. The proposed action may result in the construction of water supply wells in locations D2c, E1f, 9 9
where groundwater is, or is suspected to be, contaminated. E1g, E1h
f. The proposed action may require the bulk storage of petroleum or chemical products D2p, E2l 9 9
over ground water or an aquifer.
g. The proposed action may involve the commercial application of pesticides within 100 E2h, D2q, 9 9
feet of potable drinking water or irrigation sources. E2l, D2c
h. Other impacts: 9 9
5. Impact on Flooding
The proposed action may result in development on lands subject to flooding.
✔NO YES
(See Part 1. E.2)
If “Yes”, answer questions a - g. If “No”, move on to Section 6.
Relevant No, or Moderate
Part I small to large
Question(s) impact impact may
may occur occur
a. The proposed action may result in development in a designated floodway. E2i
b. The proposed action may result in development within a 100-year or a 500-year E2j, E5a,
floodplain. E5b
c. The proposed action may result in development in an area potentially affected by sea E2k, E5c
level rise.
d. The proposed action may result in, or require, modification of existing drainage D2b, D2e
patterns.
e. The proposed action may change flood water flows that contribute to flooding. D2b, E2i,
E2j, E2k
f. If there is a dam located on the site of the proposed action, is the dam in need of repair, E1e
or upgrade?
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g. Other impacts:
9 9
6. Impacts on Air and Climate
The proposed action may include a state regulated air emission source. ✔
NO
YES
(See Part 1. D.2.f., D.2.h, D.2.g) or generate greenhouse gas emissions
over 10,000 metric tons of carbon dioxide equivalents (See Part 1.
D.2.h)
If “Yes”, answer questions a - i. If “No”, move on to Section 7.
Relevant No, or Moderate
Part I small to large
Question(s) impact impact
may
may occur
occur
a. If the proposed action requires federal or state air emission permits, the action may also
have the potential to emit one or more regulated air contaminants at or above the
following levels: D2g
i. More than 100 short tons/year of carbon monoxide (CO) D2g
ii. More than 100 short tons/year of oxides of nitrogen (NOx) outside the NYC
Metropolitan Area or Long Island OR 25 short tons/year within the NYC
Metropolitan Area or Long Island D2g
iii. More than 100 short tons/year of particulate matter (PM-10, PM-2.5) D2g
iv. More than 50 short tons/year of volatile organic compounds (VOC) outside the NYC
Metropolitan Area or Long Island OR 25 short tons/year within the NYC
Metropolitan Area or Long Island D2g
v. More than 100 short tons/year of sulfur dioxide (SO2)
b. The proposed action has the potential to emit 10 short tons/year or more of any one D2g
designated hazardous air pollutant, or 25 short tons/year or more of any combination of
such hazardous air pollutants.
c. The proposed action may include a heat source capable of producing more than 20 D2f, D2g
million BTUs per hour.
d. The proposed action may exceed 50% of any of the thresholds in “a” or “b”, D2g
above.
e. The proposed action may result in the combustion or thermal treatment of solid, D2f, D2s
hazardous, or hospital/medical/infectious waste.
f. The proposed action is subject to the Nonattainment New Source Review or Prevention D2g
of Significant Deterioration requirements discussed in 6 NYCRR Part 231.
g. The proposed action will emit more than 10,000 metric tons of CO2 equivalents per D2h
year.
h. A municipality adopted comprehensive or individual plan addressing climate change C2d
applies to the proposed action and the proposed action would materially conflict with
the achievement of one or more goals of the plan related to climate change.
i. Other impacts:
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7. Impact on Plants and Animals
The proposed action may result in a loss of flora or fauna. (See Part 1. E.2. m.-q.) ✔ NO YES
If “Yes”, answer questions a - j. If “No”, move on to Section 8.
Relevant No, or Moderate
Part I small to large
Question(s) impact impact may
may occur occur
a. The proposed action may cause reduction in population or loss of individuals of any E2o
threatened or endangered species, as listed by New York State or the Federal
government, that use the site, or are found on, over, or near the site.
b. The proposed action may result in a reduction or degradation of any habitat used by E2o
any rare, threatened or endangered species, as listed by New York State or the federal
government.
c. The proposed action may cause reduction in population, or loss of individuals, of any E2p
species of special concern or conservation need, as listed by New York State or the
Federal government, that use the site, or are found on, over, or near the site.
d. The proposed action may result in a reduction or degradation of any habitat used by E2p
any species of special concern and conservation need, as listed by New York State or
the Federal government.
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e. The proposed action may diminish the capacity of a registered National Natural E3c 9 9
Landmark to support the biological community it was established to protect.
f. The proposed action may result in the removal of, or ground disturbance in, any E2n 9 9
portion of a designated significant natural community.
Source:
g. The proposed action may substantially interfere with nesting/breeding, foraging, or
E2m 9 9
over-wintering habitat for the predominant species that occupy or use the project site.
h. The proposed action requires the conversion of more than 10 acres of forest, 9 9
E1b
grassland or any other regionally or locally important habitat.
Habitat type & information source:
i. Proposed action (commercial, industrial or recreational projects, only) involves use of D2q 9 9
herbicides or pesticides.
j. Other impacts: 9 9
8. Impact on Agricultural Resources
The proposed action may impact agricultural resources. (See Part 1. E.3.a. and b.)
✔NO
YES
If “Yes”, answer questions a - h. If “No”, move on to Section 9.
Relevant No, or Moderate
Part I small to large
Question(s) impact impact may
may occur occur
a. The proposed action may impact soil classified within soil group 1 through 4 of the E2c, E3b 9 9
NYS Land Classification System.
b. The proposed action may sever, cross or otherwise limit access to agricultural land E1a, Elb 9 9
(includes cropland, hayfields, pasture, vineyard, orchard, etc).
c. The proposed action may result in the excavation or compaction of the soil profile of E3b 9 9
active agricultural land.
d. The proposed action may irreversibly convert agricultural land to non-agricultural E1b, E3a 9 9
uses, either more than 2.5 acres if located in an Agricultural District, or more than 10
acres if not within an Agricultural District.
e. The proposed action may disrupt or prevent installation of an agricultural land El a, E1b 9 9
management system.
f. The proposed action may result, directly or indirectly, in increased development C2c, C3, 9 9
potential or pressure on farmland. D2c, D2d
g. The proposed project is not consistent with the adopted municipal Farmland C2c 9 9
Protection Plan.
h. Other impacts: 9 9
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9. Impact on Aesthetic Resources
The land use of the proposed action is obviously different from, or are in
✔NO
YES
sharp contrast to, current land use patterns between the proposed project and
a scenic or aesthetic resource. (Part 1. E.1.a, E.1.b, E.3.h.)
If “Yes”, answer questions a - g. If “No”, go to Section 10.
Relevant No, or Moderate
Part I small to large
Question(s) impact impact may
may occur occur
a. Proposed action may be visible from any officially designated federal, state, or local E3h 9 9
scenic or aesthetic resource.
b. The proposed action may result in the obstruction, elimination or significant E3h, C2b 9 9
screening of one or more officially designated scenic views.
c. The proposed action may be visible from publicly accessible vantage points: E3h
i. Seasonally (e.g., screened by summer foliage, but visible during other seasons) 9 9
ii. Year round 9 9
d. The situation or activity in which viewers are engaged while viewing the proposed E3h
action is:
E2q,
i. Routine travel by residents, including travel to and from work 9 9
ii. Recreational or tourism-based activities E1c 9 9
e. The proposed action may cause a diminishment of the public enjoyment and E3h 9 9
appreciation of the designated aesthetic resource.
f. There are similar projects visible within the following distance of the proposed D1a, E1a, 9 9
project: D1f, D1g
0-1/2 mile
½ -3 mile
3-5 mile
5+ mile
g. Other impacts: 9 9
10. Impact on Historic and Archeological Resources
The proposed action may occur in or adjacent to a historic or archaeological
✔ NO YES
resource. (Part 1. E.3.e, f. and g.)
If “Yes”, answer questions a - e. If “No”, go to Section 11.
Relevant No, or Moderate
Part I small to large
Question(s) impact impact may
may occur occur
a. The proposed action may occur wholly or partially within, or substantially contiguous
to, any buildings, archaeological site or district which is listed on the National or E3e 9 9
State Register of Historical Places, or that has been determined by the Commissioner
of the NYS Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation to be eligible for
listing on the State Register of Historic Places.
b. The proposed action may occur wholly or partially within, or substantially contiguous E3f 9 9
to, an area designated as sensitive for archaeological sites on the NY State Historic
Preservation Office (SHPO) archaeological site inventory.
c. The proposed action may occur wholly or partially within, or substantially contiguous E3g 9 9
to, an archaeological site not included on the NY SHPO inventory.
Source:
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d. Other impacts: 9 9
If any of the above (a-d) are answered “Moderate to large impact may
e. occur”, continue with the following questions to help support conclusions in Part 3:
i. The proposed action may result in the destruction or alteration of all or part E3e, E3g, 9 9
of the site or property. E3f
ii. The proposed action may result in the alteration of the property’s setting or E3e, E3f, 9 9
integrity. E3g, E1a,
E1b
iii. The proposed action may result in the introduction of visual elements which E3e, E3f, 9 9
are out of character with the site or property, or that may alter its setting. E3g, E3h,
C2, C3
11. Impact on Open Space and Recreation
The proposed action may result in a loss of recreational opportunities or a
✔ NO
YES
reduction of an open space resource as designated in any adopted
municipal open space plan.
(See Part 1. C.2.c, E.1.c., E.2.q.)
If “Yes”, answer questions a - e. If “No”, go to Section 12.
Relevant No, or Moderate
Part I small to large
Question(s) impact impact may
may occur occur
a. The proposed action may result in an impairment of natural functions, or “ecosystem D2e, E1b 9 9
services”, provided by an undeveloped area, including but not limited to stormwater E2h,
storage, nutrient cycling, wildlife habitat. E2m, E2o,
E2n, E2p
b. The proposed action may result in the loss of a current or future recreational resource. C2a, E1c, 9 9
C2c, E2q
c. The proposed action may eliminate open space or recreational resource in an area C2a, C2c 9 9
with few such resources. E1c, E2q
d. The proposed action may result in loss of an area now used informally by the C2c, E1c 9 9
community as an open space resource.
e. Other impacts: 9 9
12. Impact on Critical Environmental Areas
The proposed action may be located within or adjacent to a critical NO
■ YES
environmental area (CEA). (See Part 1. E.3.d)
If “Yes”, answer questions a - c. If “No”, go to Section 13.
Relevant No, or Moderate
Part I small to large
Question(s) impact impact may
may occur occur
a. The proposed action may result in a reduction in the quantity of the resource or E3d 9 9
characteristic which was the basis for designation of the CEA.
b. The proposed action may result in a reduction in the quality of the resource or E3d 9 9
characteristic which was the basis for designation of the CEA.
c. Other impacts: 9 9
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13. Impact on Transportation
The proposed action may result in a change to existing transportation systems.
■ NO
YES
(See Part 1. D.2.j)
If “Yes”, answer questions a - f. If “No”, go to Section 14.
Relevant No, or Moderate
Part I small to large
Question(s) impact impact may
may occur occur
a. Projected traffic increase may exceed capacity of existing road network. D2j
b. The proposed action may result in the construction of paved parking area for 500 or D2j 9 9
more vehicles.
c. The proposed action will degrade existing transit access. D2j 9 9
d. The proposed action will degrade existing pedestrian or bicycle accommodations. D2j 9 9
e. The proposed action may alter the present pattern of movement of people or goods. D2j 9 9
f. Other impacts: 9 9
14. Impact on Energy
The proposed action may cause an increase in the use of any form of energy.
■ NO
YES
(See Part 1. D.2.k)
If “Yes”, answer questions a - e. If “No”, go to Section 15.
Relevant No, or Moderate
Part I small to large
Question(s) impact impact may
may occur occur
a. The proposed action will require a new, or an upgrade to an existing, substation. D2k 9 9
b. The proposed action will require the creation or extension of an energy transmission D1f, 9 9
or supply system to serve more than 50 single or two-family residences or to serve a D1q, D2k
commercial or industrial use.
c. The proposed action may utilize more than 2,500 MWhrs per year of electricity. D2k 9 9
d. The proposed action may involve heating and/or cooling of more than 100,000 square D1g 9 9
feet of building area when completed.
e. Other Impacts:
15. Impact on Noise, Odor, and Light
The proposed action may result in an increase in noise, odors, or outdoor lighting.
■ NO
YES
(See Part 1. D.2.m., n., and o.)
If “Yes”, answer questions a - f. If “No”, go to Section 16.
Relevant No, or Moderate
Part I small to large
Question(s) impact impact may
may occur occur
a. The proposed action may produce sound above noise levels established by local D2m 9 9
regulation.
b. The proposed action may result in blasting within 1,500 feet of any residence, D2m, E1d 9 9
hospital, school, licensed day care center, or nursing home.
c. The proposed action may result in routine odors for more than one hour per day. D2o 9 9
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d. The proposed action may result in light shining onto adjoining properties. D2n 9 9
e. The proposed action may result in lighting creating sky-glow brighter than existing D2n, E1a 9 9
area conditions.
f. Other impacts: 9 9
16. Impact on Human Health
The proposed action may have an impact on human health from exposure
■ NO
YES
to new or existing sources of contaminants. (See Part 1.D.2.q., E.1. d. f. g. and h.)
If “Yes”, answer questions a - m. If “No”, go to Section 17.
Relevant No, or Moderate
Part I small to large
Question(s) impact impact may
may occur occur
a. The proposed action is located within 1500 feet of a school, hospital, licensed day E1d 9 9
care center, group home, nursing home or retirement community.
b. The site of the proposed action is currently undergoing remediation. E1g, E1h 9 9
c. There is a completed emergency spill remediation, or a completed environmental site E1g, E1h 9 9
remediation on, or adjacent to, the site of the proposed action.
d. The site of the action is subject to an institutional control limiting the use of the E1g, E1h 9 9
property (e.g., easement or deed restriction).
e. The proposed action may affect institutional control measures that were put in place E1g, E1h 9 9
to ensure that the site remains protective of the environment and human health.
f. The proposed action has adequate control measures in place to ensure that future D2t 9 9
generation, treatment and/or disposal of hazardous wastes will be protective of the
environment and human health.
g. The proposed action involves construction or modification of a solid waste D2q, E1f 9 9
management facility.
h. The proposed action may result in the unearthing of solid or hazardous waste. D2q, E1f 9 9
i. The proposed action may result in an increase in the rate of disposal, or processing, of D2r, D2s 9 9
solid waste.
j. The proposed action may result in excavation or other disturbance within 2000 feet of E1f, E1g 9
a site used for the disposal of solid or hazardous waste. E1h
k. The proposed action may result in the migration of explosive gases from a landfill E1f, E1g 9 9
site to adjacent off-site structures.
l. The proposed action may result in the release of contaminated leachate from the D2s, E1f, 9 9
project site. D2r
m. Other impacts:
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17. Consistency with Community Plans
The proposed action is not consistent with adopted land use plans. NO
✔ YES
(See Part 1. C.1, C.2. and C.3.)
If “Yes”, answer questions a - h. If “No”, go to Section 18.
Relevant No, or Moderate
Part I small to large
Question(s) impact impact may
may occur occur
a. The proposed action’s land use components may be different from, or in sharp C2, C3, D1a 9
✔ 9
contrast to, current surrounding land use pattern(s). E1a, E1b
b. The proposed action will cause the permanent population of the city, town or village C2 9
✔ 9
in which the project is located to grow by more than 5%.
c. The proposed action is inconsistent with local land use plans or zoning regulations. C2, C2, C3 ✔
9
d. The proposed action is inconsistent with any County plans, or other regional land use C2, C2 9✔ 9
plans.
e. The proposed action may cause a change in the density of development that is not C3, D1c, 9✔ 9
supported by existing infrastructure or is distant from existing infrastructure. D1d, D1f,
D1d, Elb
f. The proposed action is in an area characterized by low density developmentthat C4, D2c, D2d 9
✔ 9
will require new or expanded public infrastructure. D2j
g. The proposed action may induce secondary development impacts (e.g., residential or C2a 9✔
commercial development not included in the proposed action)
h. Other: 9 9
18. Consistency with Community Character
The proposed project is inconsistent with the existing community character.
✔ NO YES
(See Part 1. C.2, C.3, D.2, E.3)
If “Yes”, answer questions a - g. If “No”, proceed to Part 3.
Relevant No, or Moderate
Part I small to large
Question(s) impact impact may
may occur occur
a. The proposed action may replace or eliminate existing facilities, structures, or areas E3e, E3f, E3g 9 9
of historic importance to the community.
b. The proposed action may create a demand for additional community services (e.g. C4 9 9
schools, police and fire)
c. The proposed action may displace affordable or low-income housing in an area where C2, C3, D1f 9 9
there is a shortage of such housing. D1g, E1a
d. The proposed action may interfere with the use or enjoyment of officially recognized C2, E3 9 9
or designated public resources.
e. The proposed action is inconsistent with the predominant architectural scale and C2, C3 9
character.
f. Proposed action is inconsistent with the character of the existing natural landscape. C2, C3
E1a, E1b
E2g, E2h
g. Other impacts:
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19. Impact on Disadvantaged Communities
The proposed project may impact a disadvantaged community. ✔ NO YES
(See Part 1. E.4)
If “Yes”, answer questions a - g . If “No”, proceed to Part 3.
Relevant No, or Moderate
Part I small to large
Question(s) impact impact may
may occur occur
a. Is the potentially affected disadvantaged community identified as having E.4.c
comparatively higher burdens or vulnerabilities by the Disadvantaged
Community Assessment Tool?
b. The proposed action may create new air emissions or increase existing air emissions D.2.f-i, E.4
within a disadvantaged community.
c. The proposed action may create new wastewater treatment or discharges, or expand D.2.d
existing wastewater treatment or discharges, within a disadvantaged community.
d. The proposed action creates or expands a solid or hazardous waste management D.2.r, D.2.s,
facility, or involves the generation of solid or hazardous waste, within or near a D.2.t, E.1.f,
disadvantaged community. E.1.g
e. The proposed action may increase traffic within a disadvantaged community. D.2.j
f. The proposed action affects or involves one or more of the following facility C.3.c, D.1.a,
types: D.1.g, D.2.a,
i. landfill; D.2.d, D.2.f,
E.1.a, E.1.b.
ii. other industrial, manufacturing, or mining land uses; E.1.h, E.1.v,
iii. major oil or chemical bulk storage facility; E.4
iv. municipal waste combustor;
v. power generation facility;
vi. risk management plan site;
vii. remediation site; or
viii. scrap metal processor.
g. Other impacts:
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20. Future Physical Climate Risks
The proposed project may be vulnerable to future physical climate risks or increase the vulnerability of human or ecological
communities to future physical climate risks. ✔ NO YES
(See Part 1. E.5)
If “Yes”, answer questions a - e. If “No”, proceed to Part 3.
Relevant No, or Moderate
Part I small to large
Question(s) impact impact may
may occur occur
a. The proposed action is vulnerable to damage from a projected 100-year flood. E2j, E5a
b. The proposed action is vulnerable to damage from a 500-year flood. E2k, E5b
c. The proposed action is in an area potentially affected by sea level rise. E5c
d. The proposed action may increase the vulnerability of human or ecological E5d
communities to the following:
i. drought
ii. temperature extremes (hot or cold)
iii. extreme storms, including high winds
iv. landslides
v. coastal erosion
vi. stormwater flooding
vii. other climate or weather hazards? If yes, describe: _______________________
e. Other impacts:
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Agency Use Only [IfApplicable]
Project : Buffalo Bills NFL Stadium Economic Impact
Date : Area & Town of Hamburg CFA Zoning
Updates
8/10/26
Full Environmental Assessment Form
Part 3 - Evaluation of the Magnitude and Importance of Project Impacts
and
Determination of Significance
Part 3 provides the reasons in support of the determination of significance. The lead agency must complete Part 3 for every question
in Part 2 where the impact has been identified as potentially moderate to large or where there is a need to explain why a particular
element of the proposed action will not, or may, result in a significant adverse environmental impact.
Based on the analysis in Part 3, the lead agency must decide whether to require an environmental impact statement to further assess
the proposed action or whether available information is sufficient for the lead agency to conclude the proposed action will not have
a significant adverse environmental impact. By completing the certification on the next page, the lead agency can complete its
determination of significance.
Reasons Supporting This Determination:
To complete this section:
• Identify the impact based on the Part 2 responses and describe its magnitude. Magnitude considers factors such as severity,
size, or extent of an impact.
• Assess the importance of the impact. Importance relates to the geographic scope, duration, probability of the impact
occurring, number of people affected by the impact, and any additional environmental consequences if the impact were to
occur.
• The assessment should take into consideration any design element or project changes.
• Repeat this process for each Part 2 question where the impact has been identified as potentially moderate to large or where
there is a need to explain why a particular element of the proposed action will not, or may, result in a significant adverse
environmental impact.
• Provide the reason(s) why the impact may, or will not, result in a significant adverse environmental impact.
• For Conditional Negative Declarations identify the specific condition(s) imposed that will modify the proposed action so that
no significant adverse environmental impacts will result.
• Attach additional sheets, as needed.
The proposed action involves the amendment of Chapter 280 (Zoning) by adding a new Article,
entitled “SIA - Stadium Impact Area District”, amending Article LVI McKinley Mall Area Incentives,
appending the “Bills Stadium Economic Impact Area Plan” to the Comprehensive Plan, and
subsequent rezonings of parcels along McKinley Parkway to the MU-1 zoning district, and ECC South
Campus from R-3 to SIA (Stadium Impact Area District). These rezonings aim to create a cohesive
transition area of development along the currently commercial-zoned McKinley Parkway corridor. This
area also aims to blend with the SIA District that has been created for ECC's South Campus, which
will include a process for development of those parcels that meets the goals of the Stadium Impact
Area Plan. The Town has been coordinating with Erie County, NYSDOT, and other agencies, and
none of these agencies have highlighted any environmental concerns. No construction is associated
with these actions, as they only involve the adoption of documents, zoning ordinances, and zoning
map changes. No significant adverse environmental impacts are anticipated as a result of the adoption
of the Area Plan, zoning ordinance, or rezonings.
Determination of Significance - Type 1 and Unlisted Actions
SEQR Status: Type 1
✔
Unlisted
Identify portions of EAF completed for this Project: Part 1
✔
Part 2
✔
Part 3
✔
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Upon review of the information recorded on this EAF, as noted, plus this additional support information
and considering both the magnitude and importance of each identified potential impact, it is the conclusion of the
Hamburg Town Board as lead agency that:
✔ A. This project will result in no significant adverse impacts on the environment, and, therefore, an environmental impact
statement need not be prepared. Accordingly, this negative declaration is issued.
B. Although this project could have a significant adverse impact on the environment, that impact will be avoided or
substantially mitigated because of the following conditions that will be required by the lead agency:
There will, therefore, be no significant adverse impacts from the project as conditioned, and, therefore, this conditioned negative
declaration is issued. A conditioned negative declaration may be used only for UNLISTED actions (see 6 NYCRR 617.7(d)).
C. This Project may result in one or more significant adverse impacts on the environment and an environmental impact
statement must be prepared to further assess the impact(s) and possible mitigation and to explore alternatives to avoid or reduce those
impacts. Accordingly, this positive declaration is issued.
Name of Action: Buffalo Bills NFL Stadium Economic Impact Area & Town of Hamburg CFA Zoning Updates
Name of Lead Agency: Hamburg Town Board
Name of Responsible Officer in Lead Agency: Elizabeth Farrell-Lorentz
Title of Responsible Officer: Supervisor
Signature of Responsible Officer in Lead Agency: Date:
Signature of Preparer (if different from Responsible Officer) Date:
For Further Information:
Contact Person: Joshua Rogers
Address: 6100 South Park Avenue, Hamburg, NY 14075
Telephone Number: 716-649-2023
E-mail: [email protected]
For Type 1 Actions and Conditioned Negative Declarations, a copy of this Notice is sent to:
Chief Executive Officer of the political subdivision in which the action will be principally located (e.g., Town / City / Village of)
Other involved agencies (if any)
Applicant (if any)
Environmental Notice Bulletin: http://www.dec.ny.gov/enb/enb.html
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Town Board of the Town of Hamburg
August 10, 2026 Meeting
4.34. Buffalo Bills NFL Stadium Economic Impact Area & Town of Hamburg CFA Zoning Updates
Adoption Resolution
Whereas, the Hamburg Town Code contains and specifies the local laws and ordinances of the Town of
Hamburg; and
Whereas, in December 2023, the Town of Hamburg was awarded $126,000 on competitive basis from
New York State Department of State (NYSDOS) for the development of the Buffalo Bills NFL Stadium
Economic Impact Area & Town of Hamburg Zoning Update Project, and
Whereas, after numerous Committee and stakeholder meetings, extensive public outreach, and agency
coordination, the Town’s CFA Zoning Committee and Fisher Associates as the project consultant, have
developed specific Code and zoning map revisions; and
Whereas, pursuant to Municipal Home Rule Law, the Town Board is proposing to enact a local law as
follows:
Be it enacted by the Town Board of the Town of Hamburg, New York, that the Hamburg Town Board
amends the Hamburg Town Code as follows (full copies attached):
Amend Chapter 280 (Zoning) by adding a new Article, entitled “SIA - Stadium Impact Area
District”
Amend Article LVI McKinley Mall Area Incentives
Append the “Bills Stadium Economic Impact Area Plan” to the Comprehensive Plan; and
Whereas, pursuant to Municipal Home Rule Law, the Town Board is also proposing to enact a local law
which proposes to amend the Town’s Zoning Map as follows:
Be it enacted by the Town Board of the Town of Hamburg, New York, that the Hamburg Town Board
amends the Town Zoning map as follows (as illustrated on the attached maps):
Rezone SBL # 160.19-1-4.1 from R-3 to SIA
Rezone SBL # 160.16-1-12 from R-3 to SIA
Rezone SBL # 160.11-2-17 and 160.15-1-28 from HC to MU-1
Rezone SBL # 160.11-2-18 from NC to MU-1
Rezone the following SBL #s 160.11-2-19, 160.11-2-20, 160.11-2-21, 160.11-2-22, 160.11-2-23,
160.11-2-24, 160.11-2-25, 160.11-2-26, 160.11-2-27, 160.11-2-28, 160.11-2-29, 160.11-2-30,
160.11-2-31, 160.11-2-32, 160.15-1-20, 160.15-1-18, 160.15-1-16, 160.15-1-14, and 160.15-1-
12.2 from C-3 to MU-1
Rezone the following SBL #s: 160.15-1-24.1, 160.11-2-8.113, 160.11-2-8.12, and 160.11-2-9
from C-2 to MU-1
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Rezone the following SBL #s: 160.14-2-35, 160.14-2-37, 160.14-2-49, and 160.14-2-50 from R-
2 to MU-1;
Rezone the following SBL # 160.11-2-16 from R-2 to MU-1; and
Whereas, a public hearing was held regarding these Code amendments on June 22nd, 2026, and
comments were received and acknowledged from the public and Erie County, based on the 239-m
referral.
Whereas, the Hamburg Town Board, in accordance with Part 617 of the implementing regulations
pertaining to Article 8 (State Environmental Quality Review Act - SEQRA) of the Environmental
Conservation Law, has issued a SEQR Negative Declaration.
Now Therefore Be It Resolved, the Hamburg Town Board amends Local Law #10 of the year 1986 of
the Code of the Town of Hamburg Chapter 280 entitled “Zoning” to provide for the revisions of the
Town Code, and to provide for changes in the boundary of the Zoning Map whereby the Zoning is
changed from NC (Neighborhood Commercial General Residence District), R-2 (Single-Family
Residence, Attached District), R-3 (Multifamily District), C-2 (General Commercial District), C-3
(Office District) and HC (Hamburg Commercial District) to MU-1 (Mixed-Use District 1) and SIA
(Stadium Impact Area District) for the properties indicated above – see attached amended map as
referenced above and attached.
ATTACHMENTS:
Hamburg Stadium Impact Area Zoning_8.7.26_v3.pdf
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Hamburg Stadium Impact Area (SIA) District
Zoning Ordinance
Town of Hamburg, New York
August 2026
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Notes
• This will create a new zoning district
• On zoning map, change the site from existing Multifamily to SIA
• Location: Current code has Articles for each district. Numbering will need to be updated
• Add definition:
a) Hotel, luxury/boutique. A lodging facility, primarily for transient guests for
compensation, that provides access to or offers ancillary amenities and
accommodations which may include but is not limited to a minimum of two or
more of a restaurant and/or lounge or bar area, swimming pool, fitness center or
similar amenities that would be consistent with industry standards as additional
benefits for the patrons of such lodging facilities. Such hotel shall be officially
designated as a four- or five-star hotel as determined by an independent third-
party ratings system.
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ARTICLE XYZ
280-XYZ PURPOSE
A. The Stadium Impact Area (SIA) District is established to guide development of the area adjacent
to the Buffalo Bills Highmark Stadium. The intent of this district is to:
1. Implement the vision, goals, and development guidelines of the Bills Stadium Economic
Impact Area Plan (2025).
2. Facilitate the creation of a vibrant, mixed-use neighborhood that complements the stadium
while serving as a year-round destination for residents, visitors, and businesses.
3. Encourage a diverse mix of uses including entertainment, commercial, cultural,
complimentary housing typologies, and recreational that generate activity throughout the
year and contribute to a strong local identity.
4. Promote walkable development patterns that support safe and attractive pedestrian
circulation, reduce reliance on automobiles, and integrate multiple modes of transportation
though construction aligned with complete streets principles.
5. Develop world-class public open spaces, plazas, and civic amenities as integral components
of redevelopment.
6. Ensure sensitive transitions between new development and surrounding single-family
neighborhoods by requiring landscaped buffers and other appropriate measures.
7. Establish high-quality design standards for buildings, streetscapes, and public spaces that
imbue vibrant community character and foster a wholesome environment for both game-
day visitors and everyday users.
8. Coordinate new development with transportation, utility, and infrastructure improvements
to ensure accessibility, efficiency, and long-term viability.
9. Provide flexibility in site planning and building placement to allow innovation while ensuring
consistency with the Town’s Comprehensive Plan and the adopted Bills Stadium Economic
Impact Area Plan.
280-XYZ Relationship To Other Regulations
1. Unless otherwise provided herein, all development within the Stadium District shall comply with
the standards, procedures, and requirements of the Town of Hamburg Zoning Code.
2. Where a standard in this article conflicts with the Town of Hamburg Zoning Code, the provisions
of this article shall govern.
3. Where a standard is not identified in this article, the applicable provisions of the Town of
Hamburg Zoning Code shall apply.
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Section 280-XZY Required Process
A. Objective. The objective of this process is to ensure that the SIA is developed as part of a
cohesive master plan approved by the Town Board. An applicant may not subdivide land within
the SIA for the purposes of avoiding the objectives of this process.
B. Approval for an application shall be through the Town’s Special Use Permit process in
accordance with Article XLVI of this Chapter and any provisions of this Article XYZ. Where a
conflict exists between the provisions of Article XLVI and this Article XYZ, the provisions of this
Article shall prevail.
C. For purposes of this Article XYZ, the Town Board shall authorize Special Use Permits. If the Town
Board finds the application in accordance with the intent of this district and Bills Stadium
Economic Impact Area Plan, the Town Board will refer the application to the Planning Board in
accordance with Article XLVIII of the Town Zoning Code. The final approved Plan will represent
the approved uses for the site.
D. As part of the application process, the applicant shall submit a conceptual plan of development
for the district and appropriate State Environmental Quality Review Act (SEQRA) information. As
part of approval for the Special Use Permit, the Town Board must find the application in
accordance with the intent of this district, the Buffalo Bills Stadium Economic Impact Area Plan,
and the Comprehensive Plan. The final approved Plan will represent the approved uses for the
site.
E. A Special Use Permit shall only be granted for a single plan that covers the entirety of the SIA
district, or multiple plans, where each plan complies with all design requirements of this district,
the Buffalo Bills Stadium Economic Impact Area Plan, and the Comprehensive Plan and all plans
in total meet all requirements of and cover the entirety of the entire SIA district. Any subdivision
of land within the SIA must occur after a Special Use Permit approval is granted. Any land that
has been subdivided is subject to the obligations and requirements associated with the
conceptual plan.
F. Once a Special Use Permit is received for the uses and overall layout of the site, the owner of
the site may need to come before the Planning Board for subdivision approval and to receive full
site plan approval for proposed phases of the project. This approval will follow the requirements
of site plan approval under Article XLIV but will only involve the Planning Board as a
recommending board, with the Town Board responsible for subdivision and/or site plan
approval.
G. Once the Special Use Permit is granted, if the owner wishes to change the plan or change or add
additional uses, a new application would need to be submitted, following the same procedure
noted in Subsection A above.
H. Alternative Approval Process
1. For the SIA Zoning District, the Hamburg Pre-permitted Site Incentive Law can be utilized to
establish this site as a “Pre-Permitted” site in the Town of Hamburg.
This process (described in the Pre-Permitted section of the zoning law), of obtaining a “Pre-
Permitted” site designation, can allow the Town and future owners/developers of the site to
set more parameters for development that relate to the impacts of the development of this
site, and allow the development to take place without an extended process. The required
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GEIS for Pre-Permitted designation will also set thresholds and conditions and further
evaluate layouts of the site.
2. As stated in the Pre-Permitted law, if this designation is received, proposed development
phases and projects would not be subject to further Town Board/Planning Board reviews.
Engineering plans/site plans/subdivision plans will be submitted to a SIA District Committee,
to be created by the Hamburg Town Board. The format of these plans shall be in accordance
with the Town requirements for site plan/subdivision review. If this Committee finds the
project to be in conformance with the SEQR findings and Town standards, and other
regulatory permits and approvals have been issued, the applicant can proceed with
applications to the Town Building Inspection Department for site-clearing and building
permits.
I. Timeframe for Construction
1. Time frames will be set at the time of approvals.
2. If the time frames set for commencement of construction are exceeded, the applicant shall
return to the Town Board to receive an updated approval.
Section 280-XYZ Objectives
In reviewing proposals within the SIA, the Town Board shall consider whether the following objectives
are achieved. To demonstrate that these objectives are achieved the applicant shall develop a plan that
complies with the principles and physical character described in the Buffalo Bills Stadium Economic
Impact Area Plan (2025).
A. Economic Vitality. Creation of a unique destination that supports attracts private investment
and expands the Town’s tax base.
B. Integrated Land Uses. Promotion of a cohesive land use mix, including retail, dining,
entertainment, residential (townhomes and other smaller scale residential building types),
office, and community facilities, arranged in a compact and walkable pattern.
C. Public Realm Excellence. Provision of usable and well-located open spaces, plazas, and
pedestrian-oriented streets that create a vibrant public life. Public art is an important
component of the public real experience.
D. Neighborhood Compatibility. Preservation and enhancement of surrounding residential
character through transitional design, green buffers, and context-sensitive building massing.
E. Transportation and Access. Advancement of multimodal circulation systems—including
pedestrian, bicycle, shuttle, and vehicular access—that mitigate traffic impacts and improve
safety, particularly on event days.
F. Design Quality. Coordination of architectural styles, building forms, and site design to achieve
compatibility, visual interest, and climate-appropriate construction. Inclusive Design principles
ensure accommodation for persons of all ages and abilities.
G. Environmental and Cultural Stewardship. Preservation and integration of natural features,
sustainable practices, and opportunities for cultural or recreational facilities that reflect
Hamburg’s community identity.
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Section 280-XYZ Dimensional and Development Standards
A. This section provides dimensional standards for various roadway types and building types in the
SIA. Applicants should reference the Bills Stadium Economic Impact Area Plan (2025) for
additional guidance.
B. Streets and Roadways
1) General. The applicant shall create a network of roadways throughout the site. These
roadways within the SIA shall be developed according to a hierarchy of streets based
upon their intended use and adjacent land use. The roadways shall be designed to
accommodate all users of the road in accordance with complete streets principles.
Street Type Tier 1 – Access Streets
Description Tier 1 roadways connect the site to external roadways and distribute traffic throughout the district.
They are designed to handle the traffic associated with development throughout the year, including
during events at the stadium.
A. Setbacks 1 15 feet minimum, 30 feet maximum
B. Sidewalks 6 feet minimum width sidewalk plus 6 feet minimum width for tree lawn. At its discretion, the Town
Board may approve alternative pedestrian infrastructure such as a multiuse path.
C. Trees 50-foot spacing
D. Height / Hotel, maximum six stories, 70 feet
Other uses, maximum four stories, 55 feet
E. Step-back 15-foot upper floor step-back required for buildings greater than three stories
Additional 1) Travel lanes shall not exceed 11 feet in width per lane
standards
2) Two-way bicycle facilities shall be minimum 10 feet in width
1
For purposes of the SIA, setbacks refer to the front façade of the building to the roadway, whether a
public right-of-way or internal to the private development
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Street Type Tier 1 – Access Streets
3) Block length: Not applicable, however, crosswalks are required at all crossings.
Street Type Tier 2 – Pedestrian-Focused Streets
Description Tier 2 roadways serve as the main commercial and pedestrian corridors of the district. They are
designed for slower speeds and to enhance the pedestrian realm. They are generally located within
commercial and mixed-use areas of the SIA.
A. Setbacks 2 0 foot minimum, 20 feet maximum
B. Sidewalks 12 feet minimum width. Sidewalks along Tier 2 streets shall be multi-functional. Three distinct zones
shall be articulated to provide adequate space for circulation with a minimum clear width of 5’,
adequate space for streetscape and amenities, and adequate space for activity in front of buildings.
C. Trees 40-foot spacing
D. Height Hotel, maximum six stories, 70 feet
Other uses, maximum four stories, 55 feet
Ground floor minimum height, 12 feet
E. Step-back 15 foot upper floor step-back required for buildings greater than three stories
Additional 1) Travel lanes shall not exceed 10.5 feet in width per lane.
Standards
2) On-street parking (i.e., parallel parking) is encouraged and shall be 8 feet wide inclusive of
gutter pan.
3) Blocks shall not exceed 400 feet in length between intersections. Crosswalks are required at
all intersections.
2
For purposes of the SIA, setbacks refer to the front façade of the building to the roadway, whether a
public right-of-way or internal to the private development
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Street Type Tier 2 – Pedestrian-Focused Streets
4) Front porches, stoops, or balconies shall have a minimum of 6 feet depth for usability;
exceptions may be granted.
Street Type Tier 3 – Neighborhood Streets
Description Tier 3 roads serve areas of the district that are primarily residential.
A. Setbacks 3 10 foot minimum, 30 feet maximum
B. Sidewalks 6 feet minimum width sidewalk plus 6 feet minimum width for tree lawn
C. Trees 35-foot spacing
D. Height Maximum three stories
Additional 1) Travel lanes shall not exceed 10 feet per lane
standards
2) Garages must be located on the side or rear of buildings
3) Blocks shall not exceed 300 feet in length between intersections. Crosswalks are required at
all intersections.
C. Building and Site Standards
1) Façade length: Maximum 200’ along front façade.
2) Ground floor transparency: Minimum 70% of the first floor of the front of a principal
building shall be clear glass. This 70% requirement can be modified during the
3
For purposes of the SIA, setbacks refer to the front façade of the building to the roadway, whether a
public right-of-way or internal to the private development
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application process if Town Board determines the project contains other aesthetic
features that enhance the visual impact of the District. Residential-only buildings are
exempt from this requirement.
3) Orientation: Buildings must be oriented toward streets and open spaces, including
placement of front entrances.
4) Avoiding blank walls: Blank wall surfaces greater than 20’ are prohibited if visible from
streets or other public areas. Any side of the building that has frontage on a sidewalk or
street shall include windows, doors, murals or other architectural articulations.
5) Concealing unappealing functions. Site layout shall be designed to minimize impact,
visibility, and public view of service areas, loading docks, dumpsters, utilities, and other
utilitarian functions of the property. The site layout should place these components on
the side of the building with the fewest number of expected pedestrians to the degree
practicable and utilities shall be buried. In areas likely to be seen by pedestrians, these
functions should be buffered with site landscaping, architectural screening, and fencing.
Chain link fencing is not acceptable for screening purposes.
6) Mechanical equipment: Mechanical equipment, including metal chimneys and elevator
penthouses at grade, attached to, or on the roof of a building, shall be screened from
the view of the most adjacent street or driveway or they should be integrated into the
overall design of the building through use of materials, placement, roof shape or form,
or other means.
D. Site standards for dwellings
1) Applicability. The following is applicable to single-family and two-family dwellings.
2) Purpose. Single- and two-family dwellings shall be developed in such a way that
contributes to the walkable, mixed-use nature of the SIA District. Single- and two-family
dwellings shall be constructed in a manner colloquially known as “skinny houses,” which
are a building typology similar to vertical orientation and small-footprint of townhomes
but are fully detached.
3) Single- and two-family dwellings shall be sited on lots 3,000 SF or less.
4) Single- and two-family dwellings are suitable only for Tier 3 streets as described in
Section C above.
5) Single- and two-family dwellings are not permitted within 2,000 square feet of the
nearest face of the Buffalo Bills Stadium.
E. Building Materials
1) Buildings must use high quality materials that contribute to a vibrant neighborhood and
resist deterioration.
2) Building facade materials permitted within the SIA include, but are not limited to, brick,
concrete masonry, wood, cementitious fiber board, manufactured limestone, cast
stone, masonry, stone, glass, terra cotta, cellular PVC trim, tile, and sustainable
materials.
3) Primary façade materials shall wrap building corners a minimum of 20’ on building sides.
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4) The following building materials are prohibited on any façade visible to the general
public:
a) Plain concrete block
b) Glass block
c) Exposed aggregate (rough finish) concrete wall panels,
d) Exterior insulating finish systems (EIFS)
e) T-111 plywood or oriented strand board (OSB) siding.
f) Plastic
g) Vinyl, except cellular vinyl trim may be used as decorative or detail elements for up
to 25% of the facade.
h) Metal, except as decorative or detail elements for up to 30% of the facade.
i) Metal panels with a depth of less than one inch or a thickness less than U.S.
Standard 26 gauge.
j) Mirrored glass with a reflectance greater than 40%.
F. Lighting
1) Placement of lighting fixtures shall be designed to provide adequate ambient light levels
for safety and usefulness, and shall be configured to highlight pedestrian paths and
building entrances.
2) Along Tier 2 and Tier 3 streets, site lighting shall use shielded and full cut-off fixtures
that avoid spilling light onto neighboring streets, properties, structures, and into the
night sky. Site lighting shall use low height fixtures, between 14 and 17’, which shall
reinforce the pedestrian scale.
G. Open Space Requirements.
1) District-Wide Standard. A minimum of 10% of gross site area within the development
shall be preserved as usable open space.
2) Public Plazas. A publicly accessible plaza, depicted in the guidelines of the Bills Stadium
Economic Impact Area Plan must be included in the approximate location identified on
the Plan. Said plaza must be a minimum 5,000 square feet, designed with seating,
shade, and active frontages.
3) Green Buffers. Landscaped buffers of 200 feet minimum are required along edges
adjacent to existing R1 and R2 residential districts at the time of adoption of the SIA
district. Applicants must demonstrate how said buffers provide adequate mitigation of
impacts associated with development in the district, including impacts associated with
but not limited to visual, traffic, and noise.
4) Trees. Minimum 2.5” caliper canopy tree required along street edges. Sufficient soil
volume for street canopy trees is required where hardscaping occurs to ensure
adequate soil for viability, longevity, and growth.
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H. Parking and Access.
5) Off-Street Parking Requirements.
a) Applicants shall develop a parking plan to demonstrate how it will adequately
accommodate parking demand associated with development. Applicants are
encouraged to include multiple means to reduce parking demand and associated
traffic impacts via Transportation Demand Strategies. These means include but
are not limited to shared parking arrangements and shuttle service options to off-
site locations.
b) Based upon an analysis of this plan, the Planning Board shall make a
recommendation to the Town Board as part of the Specia Permit approval process.
6) Location
a) Along a Tier 1 Street: Surface parking areas must be lined with landscaped buffers
to minimize the visual impacts of parking areas. Landscaped buffers shall be a
minimum 5-foot width and include decorative shrubs (maximum 36 inches in
height) and/or decorative grasses and a minimum of one tree for every 30 feet.
b) Along a Tier 2 or Tier 3 Street:
a. Surface parking. Parking areas for mixed-use and non-residential buildings must
be located to the rear or side of buildings and public spaces. When located on
the side of a building the parking areas must contain a landscape buffer
consistent with the requirements for a Tier 1 Street to minimize the visual
impacts of the parking area.
b. Structured parking. Structured parking facilities must be visually and structurally
integrated with buildings of other uses along Tier 2 and Tier 3 streets. At a
minimum, the façade facing a Tier 2 or Tier 3 street must be lined with
commercial or residential uses along the building length. Vehicular and
pedestrian access points are exempted from this requirement.
7) Pedestrian Access. All parking areas must be connected via sidewalks or paths to
adjacent streets and buildings
8) Bicycle parking. For commercial uses, one bicycle parking space per 3,000 feet of gross
floor area must be provided. Bicycle parking shall be located and clearly designated in
safe and convenient locations.
I. Signs
1) For applicable Sign regulations, see Article XXXVI.
Section 280-XYZ Uses
A. General Provisions.
1) Multiple uses are permitted on each lot. All uses are subject to the Special Use Permit
process.
2) Where a use is not expressly listed, the Town Board shall determine whether it is:
a) Substantially similar to a permitted use
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b) Permitted subject to conditions
c) Prohibited
3) Location and mix of uses. The Buffalo Bills Stadium Economic Impact Area Plan (2025)
shall serve as a guiding document governing the appropriate location and mix of uses
within the SIA. Applicants are shall demonstrate how proposed uses align with the goals
and vision articulated in the plan. Alternatives to the mix of uses envisioned in the
Buffalo Bills Stadium Economic Impact Area Plan may be permitted at the discretion of
the Town Board if the applicant demonstrates that the proposed plan meets the spirit
and helps achieve the vision of said plan.
4) Mixed-use buildings are encouraged, but individual buildings may contain single uses,
provided that the district contains a balanced mix in accordance with the Buffalo Bills
Stadium Economic Impact Area Plan.
B. Permitted Uses
1) Residential
a) Dwelling, single-family (See Section 280-XYZ.E for applicable standards)
b) Dwelling, two-family (See Section 280-XYZ.E for applicable standards)
c) Townhouse
d) Residential units as part of a mixed-use building, provided that the ground floor of
any side facing a street or open space is occupied by non-residential uses.
2) Commercial and Retail
b) Eateries, including restaurants, breweries, cafes, and bars.
c) Financial Institution
d) Retail
e) Entertainment venues (indoor/outdoor performance spaces).
f) Health clubs, wellness centers, fitness studios
g) Hotel, luxury/boutique
h) Office
i) Personal service establishments, including but not limited to salons and
therapeutic massage
3) Community and Civic
a) Athletic facilities (indoor and outdoor)
b) Community centers, cultural or recreational facilities
c) Museums or cultural exhibits
d) Public parks, plazas, and open spaces
e) School
f) Day care centers
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g) Educational facilities
4) Accessory Uses
a) Parking facilities, including structured parking and surface lots, subject to the
parking requirements of this section.
b) ATM
c) Temporary events and installations
C. Prohibited Uses.
The following uses are prohibited within the SIA and not permitted under any circumstances:
a) Adult entertainment establishments
b) Automotive repair
c) Cannabis dispensary
d) Car wash
e) Distribution center
f) Drive-through
g) Filling station
h) Industrial uses
i) Mobile Home
j) Motel
k) Multifamily building, excluding mixed-use building
l) Parking garage or parking lot as a principal use
m) Smoke shop
n) Storage facility
o) Warehousing
Section 280-XYZ Development Standards
A. Infrastructure. All development shall be services by public water and sewer. The applicant must
provide documentation of sufficient capacity to handle the needs of the proposed development.
B. Transportation Impacts
1) Overview. Applicants must conduct a detailed traffic study and plan to take appropriate
measures to mitigate the negative traffic impacts associated with new development.
2) Traffic Study: A study is required documenting existing traffic conditions in the vicinity of the
proposed project, accurately describe the volume and effect of the projected traffic
generated by the proposed project, and identify measures necessary and sufficient to
mitigate any adverse impacts on existing traffic conditions. The Traffic Study shall contain
the following:
a) Existing traffic conditions: Measurement and assessment of average and daily peak hour
vehicular, pedestrian and bicycle traffic volumes, average and peak speeds, sight
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distances, accident data and Levels of Service (LOS) of all intersections and streets
within the project impact area and including any intersection projected to be adversely
affected by the project over the No Build condition.
b) Projected traffic conditions: Projected traffic conditions for the design year of
occupancy, including a statement of the design year of occupancy, estimated
background traffic growth on an annual average basis, and impacts of other proposed
developments that have been approved in whole or in part by the Town of Hamburg or
an abutting municipality which will affect future traffic conditions.
c) Projected impact of proposed project: Projected peak hour and daily traffic generated
by the project on the roads and ways in the project impact area, sight lines at the
intersections of the proposed driveways and streets, existing and proposed traffic
controls in the vicinity of the proposed Development Project, and projected post-
development traffic volumes and Levels of Service (LOS) of intersections and roads likely
to be affected by the proposed project.
d) Traffic circulation plan: Development in the SIA is expected to create a number of new
roadways (which may be public rights-of-way or privately owned roads that function in a
similar manner). The circulation plan must provide designs for both circulation within
the SIA, as well as how and where these roadways will connect to existing right-of-way.
As such, the plan shall also discuss means for coordination with relevant stakeholder
agencies, such as NY Department of Transportation.
e) Traffic mitigation measures: Specific measures to be undertaken by the Applicant in
order to mitigate the impacts of the proposed project. Mitigation measures may include
both on-site and off-site measures. Measures may include but are not limited to
intersection improvements, shuttle options, bicycle and pedestrian infrastructure, and
other means to both accommodate vehicular traffic and promote multiple
transportation options. The proposed mitigation measures, if approved, shall be
required to be completed prior to the issuance of a final certificate of occupancy for the
project component.
f) Gameday and special events: The transportation study must include an analysis of traffic
impacts related to events at the Buffalo Bills Stadium, including but not limited to
Buffalo Bills games.
C. Project Phasing.
1) At the request of the Applicant phasing of the project shall be permitted with Town Board
approval, provided that the submission shows the full build-out of the Project and all
associated impacts as of the completion of the final phase. Any off-site mitigation
requirements shall be structured in phases to coordinate with the project buildout and must
be completed prior to construction of that phase of work.
2) Phased projects will have time frames set at the time of approvals. If the time frames set for
the construction of these phases are exceed, the applicant must return to the Town Board
to update the plan.
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D. Interim Property Maintenance and Development Obligations
1) Applicability. The requirements of this subsection shall apply to all land, buildings,
structures, and development parcels within the SIA District, including land that has been
subdivided following approval of the master development plan.
2) Continuing Responsibility. The owner of record of each parcel shall be responsible for
compliance with the requirements of this subsection including any new and/or additional
owners resulting from any subdivision of a parcel.
3) Maintenance of Undeveloped Property. Any portion of the SIA District not actively under
construction shall be maintained in a safe, orderly, and attractive condition. Such areas shall
be kept free of debris, refuse, abandoned equipment, disabled vehicles, construction waste,
hazardous conditions, and excessive overgrowth.
4) Maintenance of Vacant Development Parcels. Vacant parcels intended for future
development shall be graded, stabilized, and maintained to prevent erosion, nuisance
conditions, and deterioration of the appearance of the District. Temporary seeding,
landscaping, fencing, stormwater facilities, and other site improvements shall be maintained
in good condition until development occurs.
5) Demolition and Site Restoration. Following demolition of any principal structure, the
property owner shall restore the site within six months of completion of demolition unless
redevelopment construction has commenced. Site restoration shall include, at a minimum:
a) Removal of foundations, debris, and construction materials, unless specifically
approved to remain as part of a future development phase;
b) Grading and stabilization of disturbed areas;
c) Seeding, landscaping, or other ground treatment sufficient to prevent erosion and
maintain an orderly appearance;
d) Installation and maintenance of any fencing or screening required by the Town Board.
6) Vacant Buildings. Any building that becomes vacant shall be maintained in a weather-tight,
secure, and code-compliant condition. Broken windows, damaged doors, deteriorated
exterior materials, graffiti, and similar conditions shall be repaired in a timely manner.
7) Interim Site Management Plan. As part of the Special Use Permit approval, the applicant
shall submit an Interim Site Management Plan identifying the party responsible for
maintenance of undeveloped lands, vacant development parcels, stormwater facilities,
landscaping, temporary improvements, and common areas. The Plan may be amended from
time to time as parcels are subdivided or ownership changes.
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Town Board of the Town of Hamburg
August 10, 2026 Meeting
4.35. Chapter 109 Amendments SEQR and Adoption Resolution
WHEREAS, the Hamburg Town Code contains and specifies the local laws and ordinances of the
Town of Hamburg; and
WHEREAS, the Code Review Committee reviewed various regulations of Chapter 109 and sent these
suggested revisions to the Town Board to begin the adoption process; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to Municipal Home Rule Law, the Town Board is proposing to enact a local law
as follows:
Be it enacted by the Town Board of the Town of Hamburg, New York, that the Hamburg Town Board
amends the Hamburg Town Code as follows (full copies attached):
Amend Chapter 109 (Fair Housing), by amending § 109-6, entitled “Enforcement”; § 109-10
“Education and promotion of housing goals”; and 109-11 “Affirmatively furthering fair housing”;
and
WHEREAS, a public hearing was held on August 10th, 2026, for discussion and public comment
concerning adoption of this proposed local law; and
WHEREAS, the Town of Hamburg has determined that this proposed local law amendment is a Type II
action under SEQR, and no further SEQR review is necessary; and
WHEREAS, this proposed local law amendment was referred to Erie County through the 239-m referral
process and received no objections; and
WHEREAS, the proposed local law amendment is in accordance with the recommendation of the Town
of Hamburg Code Review Committee.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, the Hamburg Town Board amends Local Law #2 of the year
2005 of the Code of the Town of Hamburg Chapter 109 entitled “Fair Housing” to provide for the
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revisions of the Town Code as referenced above and attached.
ATTACHMENTS:
FEAF Part 1.pdf
Fair Housing Amendments Clean Version 8-10-26.pdf
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Full Environmental Assessment Form
Part 1 - Project and Setting
Instructions for Completing Part 1
Part 1 is to be completed by the applicant or project sponsor. Responses become part of the application for approval or funding,
are subject to public review, and may be subject to further verification.
Complete Part 1 based on information currently available. If additional research or investigation would be needed to fully respond to
any item, please answer as thoroughly as possible based on current information; indicate whether missing information does not exist,
or is not reasonably available to the sponsor; and, when possible, generally describe work or studies that would be necessary to
update or fully develop that information.
Applicants/sponsors must complete all items in Sections A & B. In Sections C, D & E, most items contain an initial question that
must be answered either “Yes” or “No.” If the answer to the initial question is “Yes,” complete the following sub-questions. If the
answer to the initial question is “No,” proceed to the next question. Section F allows the project sponsor to identify and attach
additional information. Section G requires the name and signature of the applicant or project sponsor to verify the information in Part
1 is accurate and complete.
A. Project and Applicant/Sponsor Information.
Name of Action or Project:
Proposed code changes for Chapter 109 Fair Housing
Project Location (describe and attach a general location map):
N/A (Involves local law amendment)
Brief Description of Proposed Action (include purpose or need):
The proposed local law involves amendments to the Fair Housing regulations of Chapter 109 based on input
from the Town's Community Development Department and the Town's Code Review Committee. The action
includes amendments to § 109-6, entitled “Enforcement”; § 109-10 “Education and promotion of housing goals”;
and 109-11 “Affirmatively furthering fair housing” (see attached draft for revisions).
Name of Applicant/Sponsor: Telephone: 716-649-6111
Town of Hamburg E-Mail:
Address:
6100 South Park Avenue
City/PO: State: Zip Code:
Hamburg NY 14075
Project Contact (if not same as sponsor; give name and title/role): Telephone:
E-Mail:
Address:
City/PO: State: Zip Code:
Property Owner (if not same as sponsor): Telephone:
E-Mail:
Address:
City/PO: State: Zip Code:
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B. Government Approvals
B. Government Approvals, Funding, or Sponsorship. (“Funding” includes grants, loans, tax relief, and any other forms of financial
assistance.)
Government Entity If Yes: Identify Agency and Approval(s) Application Date
Required (Actual or
projected)
a. City Council, Town Board, 9✔ Yes 9 No Town Board Approval August 2026
or Village Board of Trustees
b. City, Town or Village 9 Yes 9 No
Planning Board or Commission
c. City, Town or 9 Yes 9 No
Village Zoning Board of Appeals
d. Other local agencies 9 Yes 9 No
e. County agencies 9✔ Yes 9 No County 239 referral 7/27/26
f. Regional agencies 9 Yes 9 No
g. State agencies 9 Yes 9 No
h. Federal agencies 9 Yes 9 No
i. Coastal Resources.
i. Is the project site within a Coastal Area or the waterfront area of a Designated Inland Waterway? 9 Yes 9 No
ii. Is the project site located in a community with an approved Local Waterfront Revitalization Program? 9 Yes No
iii. Is the project site within a Coastal Erosion Hazard Area? 9 Yes 9 No
C. Planning and Zoning
C.1. Planning and zoning actions.
Will administrative or legislative adoption, or amendment of a plan, local law, ordinance, rule, or regulation be the 9
✔ Yes 9 No
only approval(s) that must be granted to enable the proposed action to proceed?
If Yes, complete sections C, F and G.
If No, proceed to question C.2 and complete all remaining sections and questions in Part 1
C.2. Adopted land use plans.
a. Do any municipally adopted (city, town, village, or county) comprehensive land use plan(s) include the site 9
✔
Yes 9 No
where the proposed action would be located?
If Yes, does the comprehensive plan include specific recommendations for the site where the proposed action ✔ Yes No
would be located? 9
b. Is the site of the proposed action within any local or regional special planning district (for example: Greenway; ✔ Yes No
Brownfield Opportunity Area (BOA); designated State or Federal heritage area; watershed management plan; 9 9
or other)?
If Yes, identify the plan(s):
NYS Heritage Area: West Erie Canal Corridor
c. Is the proposed action located wholly or partially within an area listed in an adopted municipal open space plan ✔ Yes No
or an adopted municipal farmland protection plan? 9 9
If Yes, identify the plan(s):
Open Space and Greenspace Plan
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d. Is the proposed action in a municipality with an adopted comprehensive or individual plan that addresses climate Yes ✔ No
change?
9 9
If Yes , identify the elements of the plan that are relevant to the action:
9 9
C.3. Zoning
9 9
a. Is the site of the proposed action located in a municipality with an adopted zoning law or ordinance? ✔ Yes No
If Yes, what is the zoning classification(s) including any applicable overlay district?
All
b. Is the use permitted or allowed by a special or conditional use permit? Yes ✔ No
c. Is a zoning change requested as part of the proposed action? Yes ✔ No
If Yes, what is the proposed new zoning for the site?
C.4. Existing community services.
a. In what school district is the project site located?
Frontier CSD and Hamburg CSD
b. What police or other public protection forces serve the project site?
Hamburg Police and Erie County Sheriff's
c. Which fire protection and emergency medical services serve the project site?
All Fire Districts
d. What parks serve the project site?
All Parks
D. Project Details
D.1. Proposed and Potential Development
a. What is the general nature of the proposed action (e.g., residential, industrial, commercial, recreational; if mixed, include all
components)? 9 9
b. a. Total acreage of the site of the proposed action? acres
b. Total acreage to be physically disturbed? acres 9 9
c. Total acreage (project site and any contiguous properties) owned
or controlled by the applicant or project sponsor? acres
c. Is the proposed action an expansion of an existing project or use? 9 Yes9 No
If Yes, what is the approximate percentage of the proposed expansion and identify the units (e.g., acres, miles, housing units,
square feet)? % Units:
d. Is the proposed action a subdivision, or does it include a subdivision? 9 Yes9 No
If Yes,
i. Purpose or type of subdivision? (e.g., residential, industrial, commercial; if mixed, specify types)
ii. Is a cluster/conservation layout proposed? Yes No
iii. Number of lots proposed?
iv. Minimum and maximum proposed lot sizes? Minimum Maximum
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e. Will the proposed action be constructed in multiple phases? 9 Yes 9 No
i. If No, anticipated period of construction: months
ii. If Yes:
Total number of phases anticipated
Anticipated commencement date of phase 1 (including demolition) month year
Anticipated completion date of final phase month year
Generally describe connections or relationships among phases, including any contingencies where progress of one phase may
determine timing or duration of future phases: 9 9
f. Does the project include new residential uses? Yes No
If Yes, show numbers of units proposed.
One Family Two Family Three Family Multiple Family (four or more) 9 9
Initial Phase
At completion
of all phases
9 9 9
g. Does the proposed action include new non-residential construction (including expansions)? Yes No
If Yes,
i. Total number of structures
ii. Dimensions (in feet) of largest proposed structure: height; width; and length
iii. Approximate extent of building space to be heated or cooled: square feet
h. Does the proposed action include construction or other activities that will result in the impoundment of any Yes No
liquids, such as creation of a water supply, reservoir, pond, lake, waste lagoon or other storage?
If Yes,
i. Purpose of the impoundment:
ii. If a water impoundment, the principal source of the water: Ground water Surface water streams 9 Other
9 specify:
iii. If other than water, identify the type of impounded/contained liquids and their source.
iv. Approximate size of the proposed impoundment. Volume: million gallons; surface area: acres
v. Dimensions of the proposed dam or impounding structure: height; length
vi. Construction method/materials for the proposed dam or impounding structure (e.g., earth fill, rock, wood, concrete):
D.2. Project Operations
a. Does the proposed action include any excavation, mining, or dredging, during construction, operations, or both? Yes No
(Not including general site preparation, grading or installation of utilities or foundations where all excavated
materials will remain onsite)
If Yes:
i .What is the purpose of the excavation or dredging?
ii. How much material (including rock, earth, sediments, etc.) is proposed to be removed from the site?
Volume (specify tons or cubic yards): 9 9
Over what duration of time?
iii. Describe nature and characteristics of materials to be excavated or dredged, and plans to use, manage or dispose of them.
iv. Will there be onsite dewatering or processing of excavated materials? Yes No
If yes, describe. 9 9
v. What is the total area to be dredged or excavated? acres
vi. What is the maximum area to be worked at any one time? acres
vii. What would be the maximum depth of excavation or dredging? feet
viii. Will the excavation require blasting? Yes No
ix. Summarize site reclamation goals and plan:
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b. Would the proposed action cause or result in alteration of, increase or decrease in size of, or encroachment Yes No
into any existing wetland, waterbody, shoreline, beach or adjacent area?
If Yes:
i. Identify the wetland or waterbody which would be affected (by name, water index number, wetland map number or geographic
description):
ii. Describe how the proposed action would affect that waterbody or wetland, e.g., excavation, fill, placement of structures, or
alteration of channels, banks, and shorelines. Indicate extent of activities, alterations and additions in square feet or acres:
iii. Will the proposed action cause or result in disturbance to bottom sediments? Yes No
If Yes, describe:
iv. Will the proposed action cause or result in the destruction or removal of aquatic vegetation? Yes No
If Yes:
acres of aquatic vegetation proposed to be removed:___________________________
expected acreage of aquatic vegetation remaining after project completion:
purpose of proposed removal (e.g. beach clearing, invasive species control, boat access):
proposed method of plant removal:
if chemical/herbicide treatment will be used, specify product(s):
v. Describe any proposed reclamation/mitigation following disturbance:
c. Will the proposed action use, or create a new demand for water? Yes No
If Yes:
i. Total anticipated water usage/demand per day: gallons/day
ii. Will the proposed action obtain water from an existing public water supply? Yes No
If Yes:
Name of district or service area:
Does the existing public water supply have capacity to serve the proposal? Yes No
Is the project site in the existing district? Yes No
Is expansion of the district needed? Yes No
Do existing lines serve the project site? Yes No
iii. Will line extension within an existing district be necessary to supply the project? Yes No
If Yes:
Describe extensions or capacity expansions proposed to serve this project:
Source(s) of supply for the district:
iv. Is a new water supply district or service area proposed to be formed to serve the project site? Yes No
If, Yes:
Applicant/sponsor for new district:
Date application submitted or anticipated:
Proposed source(s) of supply for new district:
v. If a public water supply will not be used, describe plans to provide water supply for the project:
vi. If water supply will be from wells (public or private), what is the maximum pumping capacity: gallons/minute.
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d. Will the proposed action generate liquid wastes? Yes No
If Yes:
i. Total anticipated liquid waste generation per day: gallons/day
ii. Nature of liquid wastes to be generated (e.g., sanitary wastewater, industrial; if combination, describe all components and
approximate volumes or proportions of each):
iii. Will the proposed action use any existing public wastewater treatment facilities? Yes No
If Yes:
Name of wastewater treatment plant to be used:
Name of district: 9 9
Does the existing wastewater treatment plant have capacity to serve the project? Yes No
Is the project site in the existing district? Yes No
Is expansion of the district needed? Yes No
Do existing sewer lines serve the project site? Yes No
Will a line extension within an existing district be necessary to serve the project? Yes No
If Yes:
Describe extensions or capacity expansions proposed to serve this project:
9 9
iv. Will a new wastewater (sewage) treatment district be formed to serve the project site? Yes No
If Yes:
Applicant/sponsor for new district: 9 9
Date application submitted or anticipated:
What is the receiving water for the wastewater discharge?
v. If public facilities will not be used, describe plans to provide wastewater treatment for the project, including specifying proposed
receiving water (name and classification if surface discharge or describe subsurface disposal plans):
vi. Describe any plans or designs to capture, recycle or reuse liquid waste:
9 9
e. Will the proposed action disturb more than one acre and create stormwater runoff, either from new point Yes No
sources (i.e. ditches, pipes, swales, curbs, gutters or other concentrated flows of stormwater) or non-point
source (i.e., sheet flow) during construction or post construction?
If Yes: 9
i. How much impervious surface will the project create in relation to total size of project parcel?
Square feet or acres (impervious surface)
Square feet or acres (parcel size)
ii. Describe types of new point sources.
iii. Where will the stormwater runoff be directed (i.e. on-site stormwater management facility/structures, adjacent properties,
groundwater, on-site surface water, or off-site surface waters)?
9 9
If to surface waters, identify receiving water bodies or wetlands:
Will stormwater runoff flow to adjacent properties? Yes No
iv. Does the proposed plan minimize impervious surfaces, use pervious materials or collect and re-use stormwater? Yes No
9 9
9 9
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f. Does the proposed action include, or will it use on-site, one or more sources of air emissions, including fuel Yes No
combustion, waste incineration, or other processes or operations?
If Yes, identify:
i. Mobile sources during project operations (e.g., heavy equipment, fleet or delivery vehicles)
______________________________________________________________________________________________________
ii. Stationary sources during construction (e.g., power generation, structural heating, batch plant, crushers)
______________________________________________________________________________________________________
iii. Stationary sources during operations (e.g., process emissions, boilers, electric generation, surface coating)
______________________________________________________________________________________________________
g. Will any air emission sources named in D.2.f (above), require an Air Facility Registration, Air State Facility Yes No
Permit, Title IV Permit or Title V Permit?
If Yes:
i. Is the proposed action subject to the Nonattainment New Source Review or Prevention of Significant Deterioration Yes No
requirements discussed in 6 NYCRR Part 231?
ii. As calculated in the air permit application, the proposed action has the potential to emit:
Tons/year (short tons) of carbon monoxide (CO)
Tons/year (short tons) of oxides of nitrogen (NOx)
Tons/year (short tons) of particulate matter (PM-10, PM-2.5)
Tons/year (short tons) of volatile organic compounds (VOC)
Tons/year (short tons) of sulfur dioxide (SO2)
iii. Will emissions of air contaminants from the proposed action described above exceed the corresponding major Yes No
source thresholds?
iv.Does the proposed action have the potential to emit 10 tons/year or more of any one designated hazardous air Yes No
pollutant or 25 tons/year or more of any combination of such hazardous air pollutants (6NYCRR 200.1(ag))?
If Yes, provide the total potential to emit hazardous air pollutants in short tons/year: _____________________________
h. Will the proposed action generate or emit annual direct and indirect greenhouse gas emissions, such as carbon dioxide, methane,
nitrous oxide, sulfur hexafluoride, hydrofluorocarbons, or perfluorocarbons in excess of 10,000 metric tons of total carbon dioxide
equivalents per year at any point in the lifetime of the proposed action (estimated using the carbon dioxide equivalent definition and
global warming potentials provided in 6 NYCRR Part 496)? Yes No
If Yes:
i. Estimate the proposed action’s metric tons of carbon dioxide equivalents in tons/year (metric):
ii. Describe any greenhouse gas capture, control, or elimination measures included in project design:
i. Will the proposed action result in the release of air pollutants from open-air operations or processes, such as Yes No
quarry or landfill operations?
If Yes: Describe operations and nature of emissions (e.g., diesel exhaust, rock particulates/dust):
j. Will the proposed action result in a substantial increase in traffic above present levels or generate substantial Yes No
new demand for transportation facilities or services?
If Yes:
i. When is the peak traffic expected (Check all that apply): Morning Evening Weekend
Randomly between hours of to .
ii. For commercial activities only, projected number of truck trips/day and type (e.g., semi trailers and dump trucks):
iii. Parking spaces: Existing Proposed Net increase/decrease
iv. Does the proposed action include any shared use parking? Yes No
v. If the proposed action includes any modification of existing roads, creation of new roads or change in existing access, describe:
______________________________________________________________________________________________________________
vi. Are public/private transportation service(s) or facilities available within ½ mile of the proposed site? Yes No
vii Will the proposed action include access to public transportation or accommodations for use of hybrid, electric Yes No
or other alternative fueled vehicles?
viii. Will the proposed action include plans for pedestrian or bicycle accommodations for connections to existing Yes No
pedestrian or bicycle routes?
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k. Will the proposed action (for commercial or industrial projects only) generate new or additional energy demand? Yes No
If Yes:
i. Estimate annual electricity demand during operation of the proposed action:
ii. Anticipated sources/suppliers of electricity for the project (e.g., on-site combustion, on-site renewable, via grid/local utility, or
other):________________________________________________________________________________________________
iii. Will the proposed action require a new, or an upgrade, to an existing substation? Yes No
l. Hours of operation. Answer all items which apply.
i. During Construction: ii. During Operations:
Monday - Friday: Monday - Friday:
Saturday: Saturday:
Sunday: Sunday:
Holidays: Holidays:
m. Will the proposed action produce noise that will exceed existing ambient noise levels during construction, Yes No
operation, or both?
If yes:
i. Provide details including sources, time of day and duration:
ii. Will the proposed action remove existing natural barriers that could act as a noise barrier or screen? Yes No
Describe:
n. Will the proposed action have outdoor lighting? Yes No
If yes:
i. Describe source(s), location(s), height of fixture(s), direction/aim, and proximity to nearest occupied structures:
ii. Will proposed action remove existing natural barriers that could act as a light barrier or screen? Yes No
Describe:
o. Does the proposed action have the potential to produce odors for more than one hour per day? Yes No
If Yes, describe possible sources, potential frequency and duration of odor emissions, and proximity to nearest
occupied structures:
p. Will the proposed action include any bulk storage of petroleum (combined capacity of over 1,100 gallons) Yes No
or chemical products 185 gallons in above ground storage or any amount in underground storage?
If Yes:
i. Product(s) to be stored
ii. Volume(s) per unit time (e.g., month, year)
iii. Generally, describe the proposed storage facilities:
q. Will the proposed action (commercial, industrial and recreational projects only) use pesticides Yes No
(i.e., herbicides, insecticide) during construction or operation?
If Yes:
i. Describe proposed treatment(s):
ii. Will the proposed action use Integrated Pest Management Practices? Yes No
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r. Will the proposed action (commercial or industrial projects only) involve or require the management or disposal Yes No
of solid waste (excluding hazardous materials)?
If Yes:
i. Describe any solid waste(s) to be generated during construction or operation of the facility:
Construction: tons per (unit of time)
Operation : tons per (unit of time)
ii. Describe any proposals for on-site minimization, recycling or reuse of materials to avoid disposal as solid waste:
Construction:
Operation:
iii. Proposed disposal methods/facilities for solid waste generated on-site:
Construction:
Operation:
s. Does the proposed action include construction or modification of a solid waste management facility? Yes No
If Yes:
i. Type of management or handling of waste proposed for the site (e.g., recycling or transfer station, composting, landfill, or9 9
other disposal activities):
ii. Anticipated rate of disposal/processing:
Tons/month, if transfer or other non-combustion/thermal treatment, or
Tons/hour, if combustion or thermal treatment
iii. If landfill, anticipated site life: years
t. Will the proposed action at the site involve the commercial generation, treatment, storage, or disposal of hazardous Yes No
waste?
If Yes: 9 9
i. Name(s) of all hazardous wastes or constituents to be generated, handled, or managed at facility:
ii. Generally describe processes or activities involving hazardous wastes or constituents:
iii. Specify amount to be handled or generated tons/month
iv. Describe any proposals for on-site minimization, recycling, or reuse of hazardous constituents: 9
v. Will any hazardous wastes be disposed at an existing offsite hazardous waste facility? Yes No
If Yes: provide name and location of facility:________________________________________________________________________
If No: describe proposed management of any hazardous wastes which will not be sent to a hazardous waste facility: 9 9
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E. Site and Setting of Proposed Action
E.1. Land uses on and surrounding the project site
a. Existing land uses.
i. Check all uses that occur on, adjoining and near the project site.
9Urban 9Industrial 9Commercial 9Residential (suburban) 9Rural (non-farm)
9Forest 9Agriculture 9Aquatic 9Other (specify):
9 9
ii. If mix of uses, generally describe:
9
b. Land uses and cover types on the project site.
Land use or Current Acreage After 9 Change
9
Cover type Acreage Project Completion (Acres +/-)
Roads, buildings, and other paved or impervious
surfaces (total)
• Industrial or manufacturing
• Commercial
• Residential
Forested
Meadows, grasslands or brushlands (non-
agricultural, including abandoned agricultural)
Agricultural
(includes active orchards, field, greenhouse, etc.)
Surface water features
(lakes, ponds, streams, rivers, etc.)
9 9
Wetlands (freshwater or tidal)
Non-vegetated (bare rock, earth, or fill)
Other, Describe:
9 9
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c. Is the project site presently used by members of the community for public recreation? 9 Yes 9 No
i. If Yes: explain:
d. Are there any facilities serving children, the elderly, people with disabilities (e.g., schools, hospitals, licensed 9 Yes 9 No
day care centers, or group homes) within 1500 feet of the project site?
If Yes,
i. Identify facilities:
e. Does the project site contain an existing dam? 9 Yes 9 No
If Yes:
i. Dimensions of the dam and impoundment:
Dam height: feet
Dam length: feet
Surface area: acres
Volume impounded: gallons OR acre-feet
ii. Dam’s existing hazard classification:
iii. Provide date and summarize results of last inspection:
f. Has the project site ever been used as a municipal, commercial or industrial solid waste management facility, 9 Yes 9 No
or does the project site adjoin property that is now, or was at one time, used as a solid waste management facility?
If Yes:
i. Has the facility been formally closed? 9 Yes 9 No
If Yes, cite sources/documentation:
ii. Describe the location of the project site relative to the boundaries of the solid waste management facility:
iii. Describe any development constraints due to the prior solid waste activities:
g. Have hazardous wastes been generated, treated and/or disposed of at the site, or does the project site adjoin 9 Yes 9 No
property which is now or was at one time used to commercially treat, store and/or dispose of hazardous waste?
If Yes:
i. Describe waste(s) handled and waste management activities, including approximate time when activities occurred:
h. Potential contamination history. Has there been a reported spill at the proposed project site, or have any 9 Yes 9 No
remedial actions been conducted at or adjacent to the proposed site?
If Yes:
i. Is any portion of the site listed on the NYSDEC Spills Incidents database or Environmental Site 9 Yes 9 No
Remediation database? Check all that apply:
9 Yes – Spills Incidents database Provide DEC ID number(s):
9 Yes – Environmental Site Remediation database Provide DEC ID number(s):
9 Neither database
ii. If site has been subject of RCRA corrective activities, describe control measures:
iii. Is the project within 2000 feet of any site in the NYSDEC Environmental Site Remediation database? 9 Yes 9 No
If Yes, provide DEC ID number(s):
iv. If Yes to (i), (ii) or (iii) above, describe current status of site(s):
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v. Is the project site subject to an institutional control limiting property uses? 9 Yes9 No
If Yes, DEC site ID number:
Describe the type of institutional control (e.g., deed restriction or easement):
Describe any use limitations:
Describe any engineering controls:
Will the project affect the institutional or engineering controls in place? 9 Yes9 No
Explain:
E.2. Natural Resources On or Near Project Site
a. What is the average depth to bedrock on the project site? feet
b. Are there bedrock outcroppings on the project site? 9 Yes9 No
If Yes, what proportion of the site is comprised of bedrock outcroppings? %
c. Predominant soil type(s) present on project site: %
________________________ _________%
________________________ _________%
d. What is the average depth to the water table on the project site? Average: feet
e. Drainage status of project site soils: 9 Well Drained: % of site
9 Moderately Well Drained: % of site
9 Poorly Drained % of site
f. Approximate proportion of proposed action site with slopes: 9 0-10%: % of site
9 10-15%: % of site
9 15% or greater: % of site
g. Are there any unique geologic features on the project site? 9 9
Yes No
If Yes, describe:
h. Surface water features.
i. Does any portion of the project site contain wetlands or other waterbodies (including streams, rivers, 9 Yes 9 No
ponds, or lakes)?
ii. Do any wetlands or other waterbodies adjoin the project site? 9 Yes No
If Yes to either i or ii, continue. If No, skip to E.2.i.
iii. Are any of the wetlands or waterbodies within or adjoining the project site regulated by any federal, 9 Yes No
state or local agency?
iv. For each identified regulated wetland and waterbody on the project site, provide the following information:
Streams: Name Classification
• Lakes or Ponds: Name Classification
• Wetlands: Name Approximate Size
• Wetland No. (if regulated by DEC)
v. Are any of the above water bodies listed in the most recent compilation of NYS water quality-impaired 9 Yes9 No
waterbodies?
If Yes, name of impaired water body/bodies and basis for listing as impaired:
i. Is the project site in a designated Floodway? 9 9
Yes No
j. Is the project site in the 100-year Floodplain? 9 9
Yes No
9 9
k. Is the project site in the 500-year Floodplain? Yes No
9 9
l. Is the project site located over, or immediately adjoining, a primary, principal or sole source aquifer? Yes No
If Yes:
i. Name of aquifer:
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m. Identify the predominant wildlife species that occupy or use the project site:
n. Does the project site contain a designated significant natural community? 9 Yes 9 No
If Yes:
i. Describe the habitat/community (composition, function, and basis for designation):
ii. Source(s) of description or evaluation:
iii. Extent of community/habitat:
Currently: acres
Following completion of project as proposed: acres
Gain or loss (indicate + or -): acres
o. Does project site contain any species of plant or animal that is listed by the federal government or NYS as 9 Yes 9 No
endangered or threatened, or does it contain any areas identified as habitat for an endangered or threatened species?
If Yes:
i. Species and listing (endangered or threatened):
p. Does the project site contain any species of plant or animal that is listed by NYS as rare, or as a species of 9 Yes 9 No
special concern?
If Yes:
i. Species and listing:
q. Is the project site or adjoining area currently used for hunting, trapping, fishing or shell fishing? 9 Yes 9 No
If Yes, give a brief description of how the proposed action may affect that use:
E.3. Designated Public Resources On or Near Project Site
a. Is the project site, or any portion of it, located in a designated agricultural district certified pursuant to 9 Yes 9 No
Agriculture and Markets Law, Article 25-AA, Section 303 and 304?
If Yes, provide county plus district name/number:
b. Are agricultural lands consisting of highly productive soils present? 9 Yes 9 No
i. If Yes: acreage(s) on project site?
ii. Source(s) of soil rating(s):
c. Does the project site contain all or part of, or is it substantially contiguous to, a registered National 9 Yes 9 No
Natural Landmark?
If Yes:
i. Nature of the natural landmark: 9 Biological Community 9 Geological Feature
ii. Provide brief description of landmark, including values behind designation and approximate size/extent:
d. Is the project site located in or does it adjoin a state listed Critical Environmental Area? 9 Yes 9 No
If Yes:
i. CEA name:
ii. Basis for designation:
iii. Designating agency and date:
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e. Does the project site contain, or is it substantially contiguous to, a building, archaeological site, or district Yes No
listed on the National or State Register of Historic Places, or that has been determined by the Commissioner of the NYSOffice of
Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation to be eligible for listing on the State Register of Historic Places?
If Yes:
i. Nature of historic/archaeological resource: Archaeological Site Historic Building or District
ii. Name:
iii. Brief description of attributes on which listing is based:
f. Is the project site, or any portion of it, located in or adjacent to an area designated as sensitive for Yes No
archaeological sites on the New York State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO) archaeological site inventory?
g. Have additional archaeological or historic site(s) or resources been identified on the project site? Yes No
If Yes:
i. Describe possible resource(s):
ii. Basis for identification:
h. Is the project site within five miles of any officially designated and publicly accessible federal, state, or local Yes No
scenic, or aesthetic resource?
If Yes:
i. Identify resource:
ii. Nature of, or basis for, designation (e.g., established highway overlook, state or local park, state historic trail, or scenic byway,
etc.):
iii. Distance between project and resource: miles.
i. Is the project site located within a designated river corridor under the Wild, Scenic and Recreational Rivers Yes No
Program 6 NYCRR 666?
If Yes:
i. Identify the name of the river and its designation:
ii. Is the activity consistent with development restrictions contained in 6NYCRR Part 666? Yes No
E.4. Disadvantaged Communities Designated Pursuant to ECL Article 75
a. Is the project located within, or within ½ mile of, a disadvantaged community? Yes No
If No, could impacts(see examples below in E.4.b) from the project affect a disadvantaged community? Yes No
If Yes to either question in E.4.a, answer the remaining questions in this section.
b. Will there be direct or indirect impacts that may affect a disadvantaged community, such as those listed below? Yes No
i. new noise sources or expansions/modification of existing noise sources;
- noise from operational sources
- noise from construction activities
ii. emissions of air pollutants including, mobile emissions;
iii. wastewater discharges;
iv. generation of odors;
v. light pollution;
vi. new or modified radiation sources;
vii. new or modified sources of solid waste generation, management, or disposal.
If Yes, describe the impacts:
c. Do any of the State agency approvals identified in question B.g include any of the following DEC permits?
State Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (SPDES) Yes No
Solid Waste Management Facility Yes No
Hazardous Waste Management Facility Yes No
Air Pollution Control (Title V or Air State Facility) Yes No
Water Withdrawal over 20 MGD for Cooling Water Yes No
Waste Transporter Yes No
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E.5 Future Physical Climate Risks
Will the proposed action be vulnerable to the following future physical climate risks under current or projected future conditions:
a. Is the proposed action vulnerable to damage from a projected 100-year flood? Yes No
b. Is the proposed action vulnerable to damage from a projected 500-year flood? Yes No
c. Is the proposed action in an area potentially affected by sea level rise? Yes No
d. Will the proposed action increase the vulnerability of human or ecological communities to the following:
i. drought? Yes No
ii. temperature extremes (hot or cold)? Yes No
iii. extreme storms, including high winds? Yes No
iv. landslides? Yes No
v. coastal erosion? Yes No
vi. stormwater flooding? Yes No
vii. other climate or weather hazards? Yes No If Yes, describe: _____________________________________
F. Additional Information
Attach any additional information which may be needed to clarify your project.
If you have identified any adverse impacts which could be associated with your proposal, please describe those impacts plus any
measures which you propose to avoid or minimize them.
G. Verification
I certify that the information provided is true to the best of my knowledge.
Applicant/Sponsor Name
Joshua Rogers Date
7/7/26
Town Planner
Signature Title
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Town of Hamburg, NY
Chapter 109
FAIR HOUSING
§ 109-1. Policy. § 109-9. Other remedies.
§ 109-2. Definitions. § 109-10. Education and promotion of
§ 109-3. Unlawful acts. housing goals.
§ 109-4. Applicability. § 109-11. Affirmatively furthering fair
§ 109-5. Exemptions. housing.
§ 109-6. Enforcement. § 109-12. Expedition of proceedings.
§ 109-7. Penalties for offenses. § 109-13. Construal of provisions.
§ 109-8. Court action.
[HISTORY: Adopted by the Town Board of the Town of Hamburg 8-4-196 by L.L. No. 8-1986;
amended in its entirety 3-14-2005 by L.L. No. 2-2005. Subsequent amendments noted where
applicable.]
GENERAL REFERENCES
Zoning — See Ch. 280.
§ 109-1. Policy.
It is the policy of the Town of Hamburg to provide for fair housing throughout the Town.
§ 109-2. Definitions.
As used in this chapter, the following words shall have the meanings indicated:
ADVERTISING — Printing, circulating, placing or publishing or causing to be placed or published any
written statement with respect to the availability of a dwelling for sale or rental.
DISABILITY — A physical or mental impairment which substantially limits one or more major life
activities; a record of such an impairment or a condition regarded by others as such an impairment.
HOUSING UNIT — Any building, structure, or portion thereof which is used or occupied, or is intended,
arranged or designed to be used or occupied, as the home or residence of one or more persons maintaining
a common household.
MARITAL STATUS — Single, married, divorced, separated or widowed.
MILITARY STATUS — A person's participation in the military service of the United States or the military
service of the state including, but not limited to, the Army National Guard, the Air National Guard, the New
York Naval Militia, the New York Guard, and such additional forces as may be created by the federal or
state government as authorized by law.[Added 5-23-2016 by L.L. No. 5-2016]
SEXUAL ORIENTATION — Heterosexuality, homosexuality, bisexuality, asexuality, whether actual
or perceived, as well as a person's gender identity, self-image, appearance or expression.[Amended
5-23-2016 by L.L. No. 5-2016]
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§ 109-2 HAMBURG CODE § 109-5
SOURCE OF INCOME — Payments from any lawful occupation or employment, as well as other
payments, including, but not limited to, public assistance, public assistance security agreements,
supplemental security income, pensions, annuities, unemployment benefits, government subsidies such as
Section 8, or other housing subsidies.[Amended 5-23-2016 by L.L. No. 5-2016]
§ 109-3. Unlawful acts.
A. It shall be unlawful: [Amended 5-23-2016 by L.L. No. 5-2016]
(1) To refuse to sell or rent or refuse to negotiate for the sale or rental or to deny any dwelling to
any person because of race, color, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, national origin,
source of income, sexual orientation, military status or because the person has a child or children.
(2) To discriminate against any person in the terms, conditions or provision of services or facilities
in connection with the sale or rental of a dwelling because of race, color, religion, sex, age,
marital status, disability, national origin, source of income, sexual orientation, military status or
because the person has a child or children.
(3) To induce or attempt to induce any person to sell or rent any dwelling by representations
regarding the entry into the neighborhood of a person or persons of a particular race, color,
religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, national origin, source of income, sexual orientation,
military status or because the person has a child or children.
(4) For a person offering residential property for sale or rent or anyone acting on behalf of such a
person to print or circulate or cause to be printed or circulated any statement, advertisement or
publication or to use any form of application for the sale or rental of a dwelling or to make any
record or inquiry in connection with the sale or rental of a dwelling which expresses, directly or
indirectly, any limitation, specification or discrimination as to race, color, religion, sex, age,
marital status, disability, national origin, source of income, sexual orientation, military status or
because the person has a child or children.
B. For purposes of this chapter, discrimination shall include:
(1) A refusal to permit, at the expense of a disabled person, reasonable modifications of existing
premises occupied or to be occupied by such person if such modifications may be necessary to
afford such person full enjoyment of the premises (except that, in the case of rental, the landlord
may, where it is reasonable to do so, condition permission for a modification on the renter
agreeing to restore the interior of the premises to the condition that existed before the
modification, reasonable wear and tear excepted); and
(2) A refusal to make reasonable accommodations in the rules, policies, practices or services when
such accommodation may be necessary to afford such person equal opportunity to use and enjoy
a dwelling.
§ 109-4. Applicability.
This chapter shall apply to all residential structures located within the Town, as well as land zoned for
residential uses.
§ 109-5. Exemptions.
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§ 109-5 FAIR HOUSING § 109-6
A. The prohibitions of this chapter shall not apply to a religious institution or organization limiting the
sale, rental or occupancy of dwellings which it owns or operates to persons of the same religion or
giving preference to such persons, unless membership in such religion is restricted on account of race,
color, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, national origin, source of income, sexual orientation,
military status or because the person has a child or children. [Amended 5-23-2016 by
L.L. No. 5-2016]
B. The prohibitions of this chapter against discrimination because of sex shall not apply to a residential
building owned by a public body or by a private institution or organization and maintained, in whole
or part, for the exclusive use of one sex.
C. The provisions of this chapter shall not apply to:
(1) The rental of a housing accommodation in a building which contains housing accommodations
for not more than two families living independently of each other, if the owner or members of
his family reside in one of such housing accommodations and the rental has occurred without
advertising. [Amended 5-23-2016 by L.L. No. 5-2016]
(2) The restriction of the rental of all rooms in a housing accommodation to individuals of the same
sex.
(3) The rental of rooms in a housing accommodation, if such rental is by the occupant of the housing
accommodation or by the owner of the housing accommodation and he or members of his family
reside in such housing accommodations.
(4) Solely with respect to age to the restriction of the sale, rental or lease of housing accommodations
exclusively to persons 55 years of age or older.
§ 109-6. Enforcement.
A. Filing of complaints.
(1) The Town shall receive and investigate complaints under this chapter. The Supervisor shall
designate the Community Development Department Head of the Town or designee to perform
the function contained in this section and may also designate a not-for-profit fair housing
organization to either assist the Community Development Department Head in conducting
investigations or to perform such functions and investigation.
(2) Any person or organization, whether or not an aggrieved party, may file with the Supervisor's
designee a complaint of a violation of this chapter.
(3) The Supervisor's designee may investigate individual instances and patterns of conduct
prohibited by this chapter, even without a complaint from another person or organization, and
may initiate complaints in connection therewith.
B. Investigation. The Supervisor's designee shall notify the accused party, in writing, within 30 days of
the filing of any complaint. The designee shall make a prompt investigation in connection with the
complaint and, within 100 days after a complaint is filed, determine whether the Town has jurisdiction
and, if so, whether there is probable cause to believe that the person named in the complaint
(hereinafter referred to as the "respondent"), has engaged or is engaging in an unlawful discriminatory
practice. If, during or after the investigation, the designee believes that appropriate action to preserve
the status quo or to prevent irreparable harm is advisable, the designee shall advise the Town Attorney,
in writing, to bring immediately, in the name of the Town, any action necessary
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§ 109-6 HAMBURG CODE § 109-8
to preserve such status quo or to prevent such harm, including the seeking of temporary restraining
orders and preliminary injunctions.
C. Action. If, at the conclusion of the investigation, the Supervisor's designee determines that there is
probable cause to credit the allegation of the complaint, the designee shall certify the matter to the
Town Attorney, who shall institute proceedings in the name of the Town. In the event of a conflict of
interest between Town personnel and the respondent(s), the Supervisor's designee may refer the matter
to outside counsel, providing notice to interested parties within 30 days of the date upon which the
conflict was determined. [Amended 5-23-2016 by L.L. No. 5-2016]
D. Conciliation. If, in the judgment of the Supervisor's designee, a conciliation agreement would
satisfactorily resolve the complaint, he/she shall seek to facilitate such an agreement, which may
include provisions requiring the respondent to refrain from unlawful discriminatory practices and pay
such compensation and/or perform affirmative relief as is agreed upon by the parties. Conciliation
agreements shall not be subject to confidentiality. [Added 5-23-2016 by L.L. No. 5-2016]
§ 109-7. Penalties for offenses.
A. Any person found to have violated any provision of this chapter shall be subject to the following:
(1) A fine or penalty as set forth in the Schedule of Fines and Penalties. The Town may choose to
designate a portion of any recovery to further the purposes of this chapter.
(2) Revocation or suspension of any license or permit necessary for the operation of the dwelling
unit in question.
(3) Costs, expenses and disbursements incurred by the Town, necessary to obtain complete
compliance by the respondent with the chapter; and/or restraining orders and temporary or
permanent injunctions necessary to obtain complete compliance with this chapter.
B. Each day a violation continues shall constitute a separate violation of this chapter.
C. The Town Attorney may institute criminal action to punish a violation of this chapter by imprisonment
for a term not exceeding 30 days if the above proceeding does not result in compliance with this
chapter.
D. The Town may choose to designate a portion of any penalties recovered to further the purposes of this
chapter, including further public information; the engagement of a fair housing agency or agencies to
further promote fair housing activities within the Town; the participation by the Town in/ with any
other organization whose principal goal is to provide fair housing and/or housing counseling activities;
the offset of any fees and/or expenses originated with the pursuit of this chapter.
§ 109-8. Court action. [Amended 5-23-2016 by L.L. No. 5-2016]
Any person claiming to be aggrieved by an unlawful discriminatory practice as defined by § 109-3A of this
chapter shall have a cause of action in any court of competent jurisdiction within one year from the date of
the occurrence for damages and such other remedies as may be appropriate. The court may:
A. Award actual damages, including but not limited to mental anguish, embarrassment and humiliation;
B. Award punitive damages;
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C. Award reasonable attorney's fees in the case of a prevailing plaintiff; and/or
D. Grant as relief as it deems appropriate, any permanent or temporary injunction, temporary restraining
order or other order. No bond shall be required prior to the issuance of injunctive relief.
§ 109-9. Other remedies.
Nothing in this chapter shall be construed to limit the rights of the complainant to pursue, at any time prior
to or after the filing of a complaint, any other remedies which the complainant may have under the law of
any state, the United States or any jurisdiction. Pursuit of one or more remedies available under this chapter
shall not preclude the pursuit of any other remedy available under this chapter.
§ 109-10. Education and promotion of housing goals.
A. Immediately after the enactment of this chapter, the Town shall commence educational activities
which will explain the law and help to promote the Town's fair housing goals. Such activities shall
continue while this chapter remains in force.
B. Housing providers or real estate brokers selling or renting 20 or more dwelling units within a calendar
year shall formulate an affirmative fair housing marketing plan, which must be filed with the
Community Development Department Head or their designee. At minimum, such affirmative fair
housing marketing plans shall include a statement of nondiscrimination and a marketing plan designed
to attract a diverse pool of applicants. The Town may require annual reports of housing providers'
compliance with their plans.
C. Housing providers or real estate brokers selling or renting 20 or more dwelling units within a calendar
year shall be required to use the equal opportunity logotype on applications and marketing materials
and to display, in rental or real estate offices, a public notice of equal opportunity housing.
§ 109-11. Affirmatively furthering fair housing. [Added 5-23-2016 by L.L. No. 5-2016]1
A. In order to assure integration within a multifamily development, if affordable units are offered,
affordable units shall not be clustered, but mixed with market-rate units. Additionally, the exterior
appearance of affordable units shall be made to be the same as market-rate units by the provision of
exterior finishes and materials of the same type and quality.
1. Editor’s Note: This local law also renumbered former §§ 109-11 and 109-12 as §§ 109-12 and 109-13, respectively.
§ 109-12. Expedition of proceedings.
Any court in which a proceeding under this chapter is instituted shall assign the case for hearing at the
earliest practicable date and cause the case to be expedited in every way.
§ 109-13. Construal of provisions.
Nothing in this chapter shall be construed to invalidate or limit any law of the state, the United States or
any other jurisdiction that grants, guarantees or protects the same rights granted, guaranteed or protected by
this chapter.
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Town Board of the Town of Hamburg
August 10, 2026 Meeting
4.36. Mt. Vernon Manhole Repair and Joint Lining Project SEQR Resolution
WHEREAS, the Town of Hamburg has identified the need for manhole repairs and joint lining for the
Mount Vernon Sewer District, which consists of a sanitary sewer system that is currently owned,
operated, and maintained by the Town of Hamburg, but discharging to the Erie County Sewer District
No. 1; and
WHEREAS, this infrastructure work constitutes an eligible project pursuant to the Water Infrastructure
Improvement (WIIA) program and is therefore eligible for loan and grant assistance to help finance the
total project cost; and
WHEREAS, the Town of Hamburg intends to pursue grant assistance through the Environmental
Facilities Corporation (EFC) to undertake these improvements; and
WHEREAS, the application to EFC for grant assistance requires that the Town comply with the State
Environmental Quality Review Act (SEQRA) if applicable; and
WHEREAS, the project is considered to be “replacement, rehabilitation or reconstruction of a structure
or facility, in kind, on the same site” and is therefore a Type II action under Section 617.5c (2) of the
SEQR regulations; and
WHEREAS, the Town Board has reviewed the Project in accordance with the Town’s Local Waterfront
Revitalization Program and has completed a Waterfront Assessment Form (WAF) for a Coastal
Consistency determination and referred the Project to the LWRP committee, who recommended
consistency.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, the Hamburg Town Board has determined that funding and
implementing the project at the proposed location in the Mt. Vernon Sewer District is consistent with
the Town’s Local Waterfront Revitalization Program (“LWRP”), and will not result in any significant
adverse impacts on the environment.
BE IT FINALLY RESOLVED, the Hamburg Town Board herby determines that the manhole repairs
and joint lining improvements project is a Type II action under SEQR, and therefore the project is not
an action subject to further review under 6 NYCRR Part 617 of the SEQR regulations.
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ATTACHMENTS:
LWRP Recommendation 7-21-26.pdf
Mt Vernon Manhole Repair SEAF Part 1 Signed.pdf
Mt Vernon Manhole Repair SEAF Part 2 and 3.pdf
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Outlook
Re: LWRP Coastal Consistency Review
From Henry Kleinfelder <[email protected]>
Date Tue 7/21/2026 8:42 AM
To Mark Melewski <[email protected]>; Joshua Rogers <[email protected]>
Cc Elizabeth Farrell <[email protected]>; Sherri Best <[email protected]>; Carrie Meyer
<[email protected]>; Kim Finley <[email protected]>; Laura Hahn
<[email protected]>; Lynn Rudnicki <[email protected]>; David Woelfling
<[email protected]>; William Clark <[email protected]>; [email protected] <[email protected]>;
Donna M. Gonser <[email protected]>
Town of Hamburg Warning: Exercise caution with email messages from external sources such as
this message. Always verify the sender and avoid clicking on links, attachments or QR codes unless
certain of their authenticity.
Mark & Joshua
The LWRP committee has reached a majority that approves the Mt Vernon project application.
Respectfully,
Hank Kleinfelder
Chair
On Jul 21, 2026, at 8:25 AM, [email protected] wrote:
I approve.
From: Henry Kleinfelder <[email protected]>
Sent: Monday, July 20, 2026 10:00 AM
To: Elizabeth Farrell <[email protected]>; Sherri Best <[email protected]>;
Carrie Meyer <[email protected]>; Donna M. Gonser <[email protected]>; Kim
Finley <[email protected]>; Laura Hahn <[email protected]>; Lynn Rudnicki
<[email protected]>; David Woelfling <[email protected]>; William Clark
<[email protected]>; [email protected]
Cc: Mark Melewski <[email protected]>; Joshua Rogers
<[email protected]>
Subject: LWRP Coastal Consistency Review
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Short Environmental Assessment Form
Part 1 - Project Information
Instructions for Completing
Part 1 – Project Information. The applicant or project sponsor is responsible for the completion of Part 1. Responses become part of the
application for approval or funding, are subject to public review, and may be subject to further verification. Complete Part 1 based on
information currently available. If additional research or investigation would be needed to fully respond to any item, please answer as
thoroughly as possible based on current information.
Complete all items in Part 1. You may also provide any additional information you believe will be needed by or useful to the lead
agency; attach additional pages as necessary to supplement any item.
Part 1 – Project and Sponsor Information
Name of Action or Project:
Mt. Vernon Manhole Repair and Joint Lining Project
Project Location (describe, and attach a location map):
Mt. Vernon Sewer District Hamburg, NY 14075
Brief Description of Proposed Action:
The proposed project involves manhole repairs and joint lining for the Mount Vernon Sewer District,
which consists of a sanitary sewer system that is currently owned, operated, and maintained by the
Town of Hamburg, but discharging to the Erie County Sewer District No. 1. Manhole rehabilitation
and joint lining will involve trench-less rehabilitation, including lining the inside of the manhole,
patching leaks, and installation of water barriers and/or chimney seals.
Name of Applicant or Sponsor: Telephone:
Town of Hamburg E-Mail:
Address:
6100 South Park Avenue
City/PO: State: Zip Code:
Hamburg NY 14075
1. Does the proposed action only involve the legislative adoption of a plan, local law, ordinance, NO YES
administrative rule, or regulation?
If Yes, attach a narrative description of the intent of the proposed action and the environmental resources that
may be affected in the municipality and proceed to Part 2. If No, continue to question 2.
✔
2. Does the proposed action require a permit, approval or funding from any other government Agency? NO YES
If Yes, list agency(s) name and permit or approval: Environmental Facilities Corporation (EFC) funding
✔
3. a. Total acreage of the site of the proposed action? N/A acres
b. Total acreage to be physically disturbed? N/A acres
c. Total acreage (project site and any contiguous properties) owned
or controlled by the applicant or project sponsor? acres
4. Check all land uses that occur on, are adjoining or near the proposed action:
□ Urban Rural (non-agriculture) Industrial Commercial ■
Residential (suburban)
□ Forest Agriculture ■ Aquatic Other(Specify):
Parkland
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5. Is the proposed action, NO YES N/A
a. A permitted use under the zoning regulations?
✔
b. Consistent with the adopted comprehensive plan?
✔
NO YES
6. Is the proposed action consistent with the predominant character of the existing built or natural landscape?
✔
7. Is the site of the proposed action located in, or does it adjoin, a state listed Critical Environmental Area? NO YES
If Yes, identify:
✔
NO YES
8. a. Will the proposed action result in a substantial increase in traffic above present levels?
✔
b. Are public transportation services available at or near the site of the proposed action?
✔
c. Are any pedestrian accommodations or bicycle routes available on or near the site of the proposed
action? ✔
9. Does the proposed action meet or exceed the state energy code requirements? NO YES
If the proposed action will exceed requirements, describe design features and technologies:
✔
10. Will the proposed action connect to an existing public/private water supply? NO YES
If No, describe method for providing potable water:
✔
11. Will the proposed action connect to existing wastewater utilities? NO YES
If No, describe method for providing wastewater treatment:
✔
12. a. Does the project site contain, or is it substantially contiguous to, a building, archaeological site, or district NO YES
which is listed on the National or State Register of Historic Places, or that has been determined by the
Commissioner of the NYS Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation to be eligible for listing on the ✔
State Register of Historic Places?
b. Is the project site, or any portion of it, located in or adjacent to an area designated as sensitive for
✔
archaeological sites on the NY State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO) archaeological site inventory?
13. a. Does any portion of the site of the proposed action, or lands adjoining the proposed action, contain NO YES
wetlands or other waterbodies regulated by a federal, state or local agency?
✔
b. Would the proposed action physically alter, or encroach into, any existing wetland or waterbody?
✔
If Yes, identify the wetland or waterbody and extent of alterations in square feet or acres:
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14. Identify the typical habitat types that occur on, or are likely to be found on the project site. Check all that apply:
□
■ Shoreline □ Forest Agricultural/grasslands Early mid-successional
Wetland □ Urban ■ Suburban
15. Does the site of the proposed action contain any species of animal, or associated habitats, listed by the State or NO YES
Federal government as threatened or endangered?
✔
16. Is the project site located in the 100-year or 500-year flood plain? NO YES
✔
NO YES
17. Will the proposed action create storm water discharge, either from point or non-point
sources?If Yes, ✔
a. Will storm water discharges flow to adjacent properties?
b. Will storm water discharges be directed to established conveyance systems (runoff and storm drains)?
If Yes, briefly describe:
18. Does the proposed action include construction or other activities that would result in the impoundment of water NO YES
or other liquids (e.g., retention pond, waste lagoon, dam)?
If Yes, explain the purpose and size of the impoundment:
✔
19. Has the site of the proposed action or an adjoining property been the location of an active or closed solid waste NO YES
management facility?
If Yes, describe:
✔
20.Has the site of the proposed action or an adjoining property been the subject of remediation (ongoing or NO YES
completed) for hazardous waste?
If Yes, describe:
✔
NO YES
21. Is the project located within, or within ½ mile of, a disadvantaged community?
✔
If No, could impacts from the project affect a disadvantaged community?
If Yes to either question in 21, answer the following question.
a. Identify the potential pollution impacts of the project, either direct or indirect, that may occur within the
disadvantaged community (e.g., wastewater discharges, air emissions, noise, odors, solid or hazardous waste
generation or management):
I CERTIFY THAT THE INFORMATION PROVIDED ABOVE IS TRUE AND ACCURATE TO THE BEST OF
MY KNOWLEDGE
Applicant/sponsor/name: Joshua Rogers Date: 7/15/26
Signature: Title: Town Planner
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EAF Mapper Summary Report Thursday, July 16, 2026 11:28 AM
Disclaimer: The EAF Mapper is a screening tool intended to assist
project sponsors and reviewing agencies in preparing an environmental
assessment form (EAF). Not all questions asked in the EAF are
answered by the EAF Mapper. Additional information on any EAF
question can be obtained by consulting the EAF Workbooks. Although
the EAF Mapper provides the most up-to-date digital data available to
DEC, you may also need to contact local or other data sources to
confirm data provided by the Mapper or to obtain data not provided by
the Mapper.
Part 1 / Question 7 [Critical Environmental No
Area]
Part 1 / Question 12a [National or State Yes
Register of Historic Places or State Eligible
Sites]
Part 1 / Question 12b [Archeological Sites] Yes
Part 1 / Question 13a [Wetlands or Other Yes - Digital mapping information on local, New York State, and federal
Regulated Waterbodies] wetlands and waterbodies is known to be incomplete. Refer to the EAF
Workbook.
Part 1 / Question 15 [Threatened or No
Endangered Animal]
Part 1 / Question 16 [100 or 500 Year Yes
Floodplain]
Part 1 / Question 20 [Remediation Site] No
Part 1 / Question 21 [Disadvantaged No
Community]
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Agency Use Only [If applicable]
Project: Mt. Vernon Manhole Repair Project
Date: 7/16/26
Short Environmental Assessment Form
Part 2 - Impact Assessment
Part 2 is to be completed by the Lead Agency.
Answer all of the following questions in Part 2 using the information contained in Part 1 and other materials submitted by
the project sponsor or otherwise available to the reviewer. When answering the questions the reviewer should be guided by
the concept “Have my responses been reasonable considering the scale and context of the proposed action?”
No, or Moderate
small to large
impact impact
may may
occur occur
1. Will the proposed action create a material conflict with an adopted land use plan or zoning
regulations? ✔
2. Will the proposed action result in a change in the use or intensity of use of land?
✔
3. Will the proposed action impair the character or quality of the existing community?
✔
4. Will the proposed action have an impact on the environmental characteristics that caused the
establishment of a Critical Environmental Area (CEA)? ✔
5. Will the proposed action result in an adverse change in the existing level of traffic or
affect existing infrastructure for mass transit, biking or walkway? ✔
6. Will the proposed action cause an increase in the use of energy and it fails to incorporate
reasonably available energy conservation or renewable energy opportunities? ✔
7. Will the proposed action impact existing:
a. public / private water supplies?
✔
b. public / private wastewater treatment utilities? ✔
8. Will the proposed action impair the character or quality of important historic, archaeological,
architectural or aesthetic resources?
✔
9. Will the proposed action result in an adverse change to natural resources (e.g., wetlands,
waterbodies, groundwater, air quality, flora and fauna)? ✔
10. Will the proposed action result in an increase in the potential for erosion, flooding or drainage
problems? ✔
11. Will the proposed action create a hazard to environmental resources or human health? ✔
12. Is the potentially affected disadvantaged community identified as having comparatively higher burdens
or vulnerabilities by the Disadvantaged Community Assessment Tool? ✔
13. Will the proposed action cause or increase a pollution burden within a disadvantaged
community? ✔
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Agency Use Only [If applicable]
Project: Mt. Vernon Manhole Repair Project
Date:
7/16/26
Short Environmental Assessment FormPart 3
Determination of Significance
For every question in Part 2 that was answered “moderate to large impact may occur,” or if there is a need to explain why a
particular element of the proposed action may or will not result in a significant adverse environmental impact, please
complete Part 3. Part 3 should, in sufficient detail, identify the impact, including any measures or design elements that
have been included by the project sponsor to avoid or reduce impacts. Part 3 should also explain how the lead agency
determined that the impact may or will not be significant. Each potential impact should be assessed considering its setting,
probability of occurring, duration, irreversibility, geographic scope and magnitude. Also consider the potential for short-
term, long-term and cumulative impacts.
The proposed project involves manhole repairs and joint lining for the Mount Vernon Sewer
District, which consists of a sanitary sewer system that is currently owned, operated, and
maintained by the Town of Hamburg, but discharging to the Erie County Sewer District No. 1.
The manhole rehabilitation and joint lining will involve trench-less rehabilitation, including lining
the inside of the manhole, patching leaks, and installation of water barriers and/or chimney seals.
All appropriate permitting and approvals will be received prior to construction.
The proposed project is located in the Local Waterfront Revitalization Area of the Town's LWRP
and has been shown to be consistent with this plan.
The project has received a Letter of No Effect from the State Historic Preservation Office
(SHPO), signifying no significant environmental impacts to historic, cultural, or archaeological
resources are expected.
Check this box if you have determined, based on the information and analysis above, and any supporting
documentation,that the proposed action may result in one or more potentially large or significant adverse impacts
and an environmental impact statement is required.
Check this box if you have determined, based on the information and analysis above, and any supporting
✔ documentation,that the proposed action will not result in any significant adverse environmental impacts.
Town of Hamburg 7/16/26
Name of Lead Agency Date
Elizabeth Farrell-Lorentz Supervisor
Print or Type Name of Responsible Officer in Lead Agency Title of Responsible Officer in Lead Agency
Signature of Responsible Officer in Lead Agency Signature of Preparer (if different from Responsible Officer)
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Town Board of the Town of Hamburg
August 10, 2026 Meeting
4.37. Alumni Park SEQR Lead Agency Resolution
WHEREAS, the Town of Hamburg has long been recognized as a community dedicated to parks,
recreation, families, and civic pride; and
WHEREAS, the opening of the new National Football League stadium at the border of the Town of
Hamburg presents a unique opportunity to celebrate the Town’s special connection to sports while
creating lasting opportunities and amenities for Hamburg residents; and
WHEREAS, over the past two years, the Town Board, Town staff, and community partners have
worked to identify ways in which the residents of Hamburg can highlight and benefit from this
opportunity, and
WHEREAS, the Town of Hamburg Town Board proposes various upgrades and improvements to the
Town-owned property at Parker Road and Big Tree Rd/Route 20-A, now known as Alumni Park (SBL
#: 160.20-2-3.12); and
WHEREAS, the Project is exempt from regulations of the Town Zoning Code as prescribed in §280-11,
does not require Site Plan approval from the Planning Board, and is not subject to the 239-m referral to
Erie County; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to the State Environmental Quality Review Act (SEQRA) a Full Environmental
Assessment Form (FEAF) has been prepared for the Project dated August 6, 2026, which describes the
Project in considerable detail; and
WHEREAS, the FEAF, having been reviewed by the Hamburg Town Board, was deemed complete and
accurate relative to the Project; and
WHEREAS, the Hamburg Town Board has determined that the Project constitutes an Unlisted Action
as defined by the SEQR regulations §617.2 (al) and thereafter chose uncoordinated SEQR review
pursuant to 6 NYCRR §617.6(b)(4).
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, the Hamburg Town Board now desires to establish itself as
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Lead Agency with respect to the Project in accordance with the SEQR regulations of 6 NYCRR 617.6
and authorizes the Planning Department to conduct the proper notices and filing requirements as
necessary.
ATTACHMENTS:
FEAF Part 1.pdf
Updated Site Map.pdf
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Full Environmental Assessment Form
Part 1 - Project and Setting
Instructions for Completing Part 1
Part 1 is to be completed by the applicant or project sponsor. Responses become part of the application for approval or funding,
are subject to public review, and may be subject to further verification.
Complete Part 1 based on information currently available. If additional research or investigation would be needed to fully respond to
any item, please answer as thoroughly as possible based on current information; indicate whether missing information does not exist,
or is not reasonably available to the sponsor; and, when possible, generally describe work or studies that would be necessary to
update or fully develop that information.
Applicants/sponsors must complete all items in Sections A & B. In Sections C, D & E, most items contain an initial question that
must be answered either “Yes” or “No.” If the answer to the initial question is “Yes,” complete the following sub-questions. If the
answer to the initial question is “No,” proceed to the next question. Section F allows the project sponsor to identify and attach
additional information. Section G requires the name and signature of the applicant or project sponsor to verify the information in Part
1 is accurate and complete.
A. Project and Applicant/Sponsor Information.
Name of Action or Project:
Alumni Park Improvements
Project Location (describe and attach a general location map):
4899 Big Tree Road, Hamburg, NY 14075
Brief Description of Proposed Action (include purpose or need):
The proposed action involves the installation of a 4-foot split rail fence that will be placed along 20A,
as well as an 8-foot fence, ten feet away from Rush Creek. There will also be a 5-foot-wide brick
walkway called Legacy Trail, video boards, new picnic tables, camera installation, artwork along with
an observation point/statue, improved playground equipment, the re-purposing of the permanent
existing shelter and other associated temporary structures, a 70 ' x 210' turf flag football field and
associated temporary seating and lighting.
Name of Applicant/Sponsor: Telephone: 716-649-6111 ext. 2380
Town of Hamburg E-Mail:
Address:
6100 South Park Ave
City/PO: State: Zip Code:
Hamburg NY 14075
Project Contact (if not same as sponsor; give name and title/role): Telephone:
E-Mail:
Address:
City/PO: State: Zip Code:
Property Owner (if not same as sponsor): Telephone:
E-Mail:
Address:
City/PO: State: Zip Code:
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B. Government Approvals
B. Government Approvals, Funding, or Sponsorship. (“Funding” includes grants, loans, tax relief, and any other forms of financial
assistance.)
Government Entity If Yes: Identify Agency and Approval(s) Application Date
Required (Actual or
projected)
a. City Council, Town Board, 9 Yes 9 No
or Village Board of Trustees
b. City, Town or Village 9 Yes 9 No
Planning Board or Commission
c. City, Town or 9 Yes 9 No
Village Zoning Board of Appeals
d. Other local agencies 9 Yes 9 No
e. County agencies 9 Yes 9 No
f. Regional agencies 9 Yes 9 No
g. State agencies 9 Yes 9 No
h. Federal agencies 9 Yes 9 No
i. Coastal Resources.
i. Is the project site within a Coastal Area or the waterfront area of a Designated Inland Waterway? 9 Yes 9✔ No
ii. Is the project site located in a community with an approved Local Waterfront Revitalization Program? 9 Yes No
✔
iii. Is the project site within a Coastal Erosion Hazard Area? 9 Yes 9✔ No
C. Planning and Zoning
C.1. Planning and zoning actions.
Will administrative or legislative adoption, or amendment of a plan, local law, ordinance, rule, or regulation be the 9 Yes 9✔ No
only approval(s) that must be granted to enable the proposed action to proceed?
If Yes, complete sections C, F and G.
If No, proceed to question C.2 and complete all remaining sections and questions in Part 1
C.2. Adopted land use plans.
a. Do any municipally adopted (city, town, village, or county) comprehensive land use plan(s) include the site 9
✔
Yes 9 No
where the proposed action would be located?
If Yes, does the comprehensive plan include specific recommendations for the site where the proposed action Yes No
would be located? 9
b. Is the site of the proposed action within any local or regional special planning district (for example: Greenway; ✔ Yes No
Brownfield Opportunity Area (BOA); designated State or Federal heritage area; watershed management plan; 9 9
or other)?
If Yes, identify the plan(s):
NYS Heritage Areas:West Erie Canal Corridor
c. Is the proposed action located wholly or partially within an area listed in an adopted municipal open space plan Yes ✔ No
or an adopted municipal farmland protection plan? 9 9
If Yes, identify the plan(s):
Open Space Plan
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d. Is the proposed action in a municipality with an adopted comprehensive or individual plan that addresses climate Yes ✔ No
change?
9 9
If Yes , identify the elements of the plan that are relevant to the action:
9 9
C.3. Zoning
9 9
a. Is the site of the proposed action located in a municipality with an adopted zoning law or ordinance? ✔ Yes No
If Yes, what is the zoning classification(s) including any applicable overlay district?
R-2 (Town projects are exempt from Zoning Code according to 280-11)
b. Is the use permitted or allowed by a special or conditional use permit? Yes ✔ No
c. Is a zoning change requested as part of the proposed action? Yes ✔ No
If Yes, what is the proposed new zoning for the site?
C.4. Existing community services.
a. In what school district is the project site located?
Frontier Central
b. What police or other public protection forces serve the project site?
Town of Hamburg Police Department
c. Which fire protection and emergency medical services serve the project site?
Armor Fire District
d. What parks serve the project site?
Alumni Park, Park at Parker Road
D. Project Details
D.1. Proposed and Potential Development
a. What is the general nature of the proposed action (e.g., residential, industrial, commercial, recreational; if mixed, include all
components)? 9 9
Recreational
b. a. Total acreage of the site of the proposed action? 3.2
acres
b. Total acreage to be physically disturbed? <2
acres 9 9
c. Total acreage (project site and any contiguous properties) owned
or controlled by the applicant or project sponsor? 3.2
acres
c. Is the proposed action an expansion of an existing project or use? 9 Yes9✔ No
If Yes, what is the approximate percentage of the proposed expansion and identify the units (e.g., acres, miles, housing units,
square feet)? % Units:
d. Is the proposed action a subdivision, or does it include a subdivision? 9 Yes9✔ No
If Yes,
i. Purpose or type of subdivision? (e.g., residential, industrial, commercial; if mixed, specify types)
ii. Is a cluster/conservation layout proposed? Yes No
iii. Number of lots proposed?
iv. Minimum and maximum proposed lot sizes? Minimum Maximum
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e. Will the proposed action be constructed in multiple phases? 9✔ Yes 9 No
i. If No, anticipated period of construction: months
ii. If Yes:
Total number of phases anticipated 2
Anticipated commencement date of phase 1 (including demolition) Aug
month 2026 year
Anticipated completion date of final phase Sep
month 2026 year
Generally describe connections or relationships among phases, including any contingencies where progress of one phase may
determine timing or duration of future phases: 9 9
Phase 1 includes placing of the turf football field, lighting, and the fence, and some of the temporary structures. Phase
2 will consist of completion of all other elements.
f. Does the project include new residential uses? Yes ✔ No
If Yes, show numbers of units proposed.
One Family Two Family Three Family Multiple Family (four or more) 9 9
Initial Phase
At completion
of all phases
9 9 9
g. Does the proposed action include new non-residential construction (including expansions)? Yes ✔ No
If Yes,
i. Total number of structures
ii. Dimensions (in feet) of largest proposed structure: height; width; and length
iii. Approximate extent of building space to be heated or cooled: square feet
h. Does the proposed action include construction or other activities that will result in the impoundment of any Yes ✔ No
liquids, such as creation of a water supply, reservoir, pond, lake, waste lagoon or other storage?
If Yes,
i. Purpose of the impoundment:
ii. If a water impoundment, the principal source of the water: Ground water Surface water streams 9 Other
9 specify:
iii. If other than water, identify the type of impounded/contained liquids and their source.
iv. Approximate size of the proposed impoundment. Volume: million gallons; surface area: acres
v. Dimensions of the proposed dam or impounding structure: height; length
vi. Construction method/materials for the proposed dam or impounding structure (e.g., earth fill, rock, wood, concrete):
D.2. Project Operations
a. Does the proposed action include any excavation, mining, or dredging, during construction, operations, or both? Yes ✔ No
(Not including general site preparation, grading or installation of utilities or foundations where all excavated
materials will remain onsite)
If Yes:
i .What is the purpose of the excavation or dredging?
ii. How much material (including rock, earth, sediments, etc.) is proposed to be removed from the site?
Volume (specify tons or cubic yards): 9 9
Over what duration of time?
iii. Describe nature and characteristics of materials to be excavated or dredged, and plans to use, manage or dispose of them.
iv. Will there be onsite dewatering or processing of excavated materials? Yes No
If yes, describe. 9 9
v. What is the total area to be dredged or excavated? acres
vi. What is the maximum area to be worked at any one time? acres
vii. What would be the maximum depth of excavation or dredging? feet
viii. Will the excavation require blasting? Yes No
ix. Summarize site reclamation goals and plan:
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b. Would the proposed action cause or result in alteration of, increase or decrease in size of, or encroachment Yes ✔ No
into any existing wetland, waterbody, shoreline, beach or adjacent area?
If Yes:
i. Identify the wetland or waterbody which would be affected (by name, water index number, wetland map number or geographic
description):
ii. Describe how the proposed action would affect that waterbody or wetland, e.g., excavation, fill, placement of structures, or
alteration of channels, banks, and shorelines. Indicate extent of activities, alterations and additions in square feet or acres:
iii. Will the proposed action cause or result in disturbance to bottom sediments? Yes No
If Yes, describe:
iv. Will the proposed action cause or result in the destruction or removal of aquatic vegetation? Yes No
If Yes:
acres of aquatic vegetation proposed to be removed:___________________________
expected acreage of aquatic vegetation remaining after project completion:
purpose of proposed removal (e.g. beach clearing, invasive species control, boat access):
proposed method of plant removal:
if chemical/herbicide treatment will be used, specify product(s):
v. Describe any proposed reclamation/mitigation following disturbance:
c. Will the proposed action use, or create a new demand for water? Yes ✔ No
If Yes:
i. Total anticipated water usage/demand per day: gallons/day
ii. Will the proposed action obtain water from an existing public water supply? Yes No
If Yes:
Name of district or service area:
Does the existing public water supply have capacity to serve the proposal? Yes No
Is the project site in the existing district? Yes No
Is expansion of the district needed? Yes No
Do existing lines serve the project site? Yes No
iii. Will line extension within an existing district be necessary to supply the project? Yes No
If Yes:
Describe extensions or capacity expansions proposed to serve this project:
Source(s) of supply for the district:
iv. Is a new water supply district or service area proposed to be formed to serve the project site? Yes No
If, Yes:
Applicant/sponsor for new district:
Date application submitted or anticipated:
Proposed source(s) of supply for new district:
v. If a public water supply will not be used, describe plans to provide water supply for the project:
vi. If water supply will be from wells (public or private), what is the maximum pumping capacity: gallons/minute.
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d. Will the proposed action generate liquid wastes? Yes ✔ No
If Yes:
i. Total anticipated liquid waste generation per day: gallons/day
ii. Nature of liquid wastes to be generated (e.g., sanitary wastewater, industrial; if combination, describe all components and
approximate volumes or proportions of each):
iii. Will the proposed action use any existing public wastewater treatment facilities? Yes No
If Yes:
Name of wastewater treatment plant to be used:
Name of district: 9 9
Does the existing wastewater treatment plant have capacity to serve the project? Yes No
Is the project site in the existing district? Yes No
Is expansion of the district needed? Yes No
Do existing sewer lines serve the project site? Yes No
Will a line extension within an existing district be necessary to serve the project? Yes No
If Yes:
Describe extensions or capacity expansions proposed to serve this project:
9 9
iv. Will a new wastewater (sewage) treatment district be formed to serve the project site? Yes No
If Yes:
Applicant/sponsor for new district: 9 9
Date application submitted or anticipated:
What is the receiving water for the wastewater discharge?
v. If public facilities will not be used, describe plans to provide wastewater treatment for the project, including specifying proposed
receiving water (name and classification if surface discharge or describe subsurface disposal plans):
vi. Describe any plans or designs to capture, recycle or reuse liquid waste:
9 9
e. Will the proposed action disturb more than one acre and create stormwater runoff, either from new point Yes ✔ No
sources (i.e. ditches, pipes, swales, curbs, gutters or other concentrated flows of stormwater) or non-point
source (i.e., sheet flow) during construction or post construction?
If Yes: 9
i. How much impervious surface will the project create in relation to total size of project parcel?
Square feet or acres (impervious surface)
Square feet or acres (parcel size)
ii. Describe types of new point sources.
iii. Where will the stormwater runoff be directed (i.e. on-site stormwater management facility/structures, adjacent properties,
groundwater, on-site surface water, or off-site surface waters)?
9 9
If to surface waters, identify receiving water bodies or wetlands:
Will stormwater runoff flow to adjacent properties? Yes No
iv. Does the proposed plan minimize impervious surfaces, use pervious materials or collect and re-use stormwater? Yes No
9 9
9 9
9 9
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f. Does the proposed action include, or will it use on-site, one or more sources of air emissions, including fuel Yes ✔ No
combustion, waste incineration, or other processes or operations?
If Yes, identify:
i. Mobile sources during project operations (e.g., heavy equipment, fleet or delivery vehicles)
______________________________________________________________________________________________________
ii. Stationary sources during construction (e.g., power generation, structural heating, batch plant, crushers)
______________________________________________________________________________________________________
iii. Stationary sources during operations (e.g., process emissions, boilers, electric generation, surface coating)
______________________________________________________________________________________________________
g. Will any air emission sources named in D.2.f (above), require an Air Facility Registration, Air State Facility Yes ✔ No
Permit, Title IV Permit or Title V Permit?
If Yes:
i. Is the proposed action subject to the Nonattainment New Source Review or Prevention of Significant Deterioration Yes No
requirements discussed in 6 NYCRR Part 231?
ii. As calculated in the air permit application, the proposed action has the potential to emit:
Tons/year (short tons) of carbon monoxide (CO)
Tons/year (short tons) of oxides of nitrogen (NOx)
Tons/year (short tons) of particulate matter (PM-10, PM-2.5)
Tons/year (short tons) of volatile organic compounds (VOC)
Tons/year (short tons) of sulfur dioxide (SO2)
iii. Will emissions of air contaminants from the proposed action described above exceed the corresponding major Yes No
source thresholds?
iv.Does the proposed action have the potential to emit 10 tons/year or more of any one designated hazardous air Yes No
pollutant or 25 tons/year or more of any combination of such hazardous air pollutants (6NYCRR 200.1(ag))?
If Yes, provide the total potential to emit hazardous air pollutants in short tons/year: _____________________________
h. Will the proposed action generate or emit annual direct and indirect greenhouse gas emissions, such as carbon dioxide, methane,
nitrous oxide, sulfur hexafluoride, hydrofluorocarbons, or perfluorocarbons in excess of 10,000 metric tons of total carbon dioxide
equivalents per year at any point in the lifetime of the proposed action (estimated using the carbon dioxide equivalent definition and
global warming potentials provided in 6 NYCRR Part 496)? Yes ✔ No
If Yes:
i. Estimate the proposed action’s metric tons of carbon dioxide equivalents in tons/year (metric):
ii. Describe any greenhouse gas capture, control, or elimination measures included in project design:
i. Will the proposed action result in the release of air pollutants from open-air operations or processes, such as Yes ✔ No
quarry or landfill operations?
If Yes: Describe operations and nature of emissions (e.g., diesel exhaust, rock particulates/dust):
j. Will the proposed action result in a substantial increase in traffic above present levels or generate substantial ✔ Yes No
new demand for transportation facilities or services?
If Yes:
i. When is the peak traffic expected (Check all that apply): Morning ✔ Evening ✔ Weekend
Randomly between hours of to .
ii. For commercial activities only, projected number of truck trips/day and type (e.g., semi trailers and dump trucks):
iii. Parking spaces: Existing Proposed Net increase/decrease
iv. Does the proposed action include any shared use parking? ✔ Yes No
v. If the proposed action includes any modification of existing roads, creation of new roads or change in existing access, describe:
______________________________________________________________________________________________________________
vi. Are public/private transportation service(s) or facilities available within ½ mile of the proposed site? ✔ Yes No
vii Will the proposed action include access to public transportation or accommodations for use of hybrid, electric ✔ Yes No
or other alternative fueled vehicles?
viii. Will the proposed action include plans for pedestrian or bicycle accommodations for connections to existing Yes ✔ No
pedestrian or bicycle routes?
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k. Will the proposed action (for commercial or industrial projects only) generate new or additional energy demand? ✔ Yes No
If Yes:
i. Estimate annual electricity demand during operation of the proposed action:
ii. Anticipated sources/suppliers of electricity for the project (e.g., on-site combustion, on-site renewable, via grid/local utility, or
other):________________________________________________________________________________________________
National Grid connection for lighting/power
iii. Will the proposed action require a new, or an upgrade, to an existing substation? Yes ✔ No
l. Hours of operation. Answer all items which apply.
i. During Construction: ii. During Operations:
Monday - Friday: 7 am to 7 pm Monday - Friday: Dawn to Dusk
Saturday: 7 am to 7 pm
Saturday: Dawn to Dusk
Sunday: Sunday: Dawn to Dusk
Holidays: Holidays: Dawn to Dusk
m. Will the proposed action produce noise that will exceed existing ambient noise levels during construction, ✔ Yes No
operation, or both?
If yes:
i. Provide details including sources, time of day and duration:
Temporary noise from construction, associated event noise during event days and weekends
ii. Will the proposed action remove existing natural barriers that could act as a noise barrier or screen? Yes ✔ No
Describe:
n. Will the proposed action have outdoor lighting? ✔ Yes No
If yes:
i. Describe source(s), location(s), height of fixture(s), direction/aim, and proximity to nearest occupied structures:
8 foot dark sky compliant lamps sprawled around the Park
ii. Will proposed action remove existing natural barriers that could act as a light barrier or screen? Yes ✔ No
Describe:
o. Does the proposed action have the potential to produce odors for more than one hour per day? Yes ✔ No
If Yes, describe possible sources, potential frequency and duration of odor emissions, and proximity to nearest
occupied structures:
p. Will the proposed action include any bulk storage of petroleum (combined capacity of over 1,100 gallons) Yes ✔ No
or chemical products 185 gallons in above ground storage or any amount in underground storage?
If Yes:
i. Product(s) to be stored
ii. Volume(s) per unit time (e.g., month, year)
iii. Generally, describe the proposed storage facilities:
q. Will the proposed action (commercial, industrial and recreational projects only) use pesticides Yes ✔ No
(i.e., herbicides, insecticide) during construction or operation?
If Yes:
i. Describe proposed treatment(s):
ii. Will the proposed action use Integrated Pest Management Practices? Yes No
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r. Will the proposed action (commercial or industrial projects only) involve or require the management or disposal Yes ✔ No
of solid waste (excluding hazardous materials)?
If Yes:
i. Describe any solid waste(s) to be generated during construction or operation of the facility:
Construction: tons per (unit of time)
Operation : tons per (unit of time)
ii. Describe any proposals for on-site minimization, recycling or reuse of materials to avoid disposal as solid waste:
Construction:
Operation:
iii. Proposed disposal methods/facilities for solid waste generated on-site:
Construction:
Operation:
s. Does the proposed action include construction or modification of a solid waste management facility? Yes ✔ No
If Yes:
i. Type of management or handling of waste proposed for the site (e.g., recycling or transfer station, composting, landfill, or9 9
other disposal activities):
ii. Anticipated rate of disposal/processing:
Tons/month, if transfer or other non-combustion/thermal treatment, or
Tons/hour, if combustion or thermal treatment
iii. If landfill, anticipated site life: years
t. Will the proposed action at the site involve the commercial generation, treatment, storage, or disposal of hazardous Yes ✔ No
waste?
If Yes: 9 9
i. Name(s) of all hazardous wastes or constituents to be generated, handled, or managed at facility:
ii. Generally describe processes or activities involving hazardous wastes or constituents:
iii. Specify amount to be handled or generated tons/month
iv. Describe any proposals for on-site minimization, recycling, or reuse of hazardous constituents: 9
v. Will any hazardous wastes be disposed at an existing offsite hazardous waste facility? Yes No
If Yes: provide name and location of facility:________________________________________________________________________
If No: describe proposed management of any hazardous wastes which will not be sent to a hazardous waste facility: 9 9
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E. Site and Setting of Proposed Action
E.1. Land uses on and surrounding the project site
a. Existing land uses.
i. Check all uses that occur on, adjoining and near the project site.
9Urban 9Industrial 9Commercial ■9Residential (suburban) 9Rural (non-farm)
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9Forest 9Agriculture 9Aquatic ■9Other (specify):
Parkland 9 9
ii. If mix of uses, generally describe:
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b. Land uses and cover types on the project site.
Land use or Current Acreage After 9 Change
9
Cover type Acreage Project Completion (Acres +/-)
Roads, buildings, and other paved or impervious
surfaces (total)
• Industrial or manufacturing
• Commercial
• Residential
Forested
Meadows, grasslands or brushlands (non-
agricultural, including abandoned agricultural)
Agricultural
(includes active orchards, field, greenhouse, etc.)
Surface water features
(lakes, ponds, streams, rivers, etc.)
9 9
Wetlands (freshwater or tidal)
Non-vegetated (bare rock, earth, or fill)
Other, Describe: Parkland 3.2 3.2 0 9 9
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c. Is the project site presently used by members of the community for public recreation? 9
■
Yes 9 No
i. If Yes: explain: The park is currently used by Town residents, and will continue to be a recreational resource that is open to the public.
d. Are there any facilities serving children, the elderly, people with disabilities (e.g., schools, hospitals, licensed 9
■ Yes 9 No
day care centers, or group homes) within 1500 feet of the project site?
If Yes,
i. Identify facilities:
ECC South Campus
e. Does the project site contain an existing dam? 9 Yes 9■ No
If Yes:
i. Dimensions of the dam and impoundment:
Dam height: feet
Dam length: feet
Surface area: acres
Volume impounded: gallons OR acre-feet
ii. Dam’s existing hazard classification:
iii. Provide date and summarize results of last inspection:
f. Has the project site ever been used as a municipal, commercial or industrial solid waste management facility, 9 Yes 9■ No
or does the project site adjoin property that is now, or was at one time, used as a solid waste management facility?
If Yes:
i. Has the facility been formally closed? 9 Yes 9 No
If Yes, cite sources/documentation:
ii. Describe the location of the project site relative to the boundaries of the solid waste management facility:
iii. Describe any development constraints due to the prior solid waste activities:
g. Have hazardous wastes been generated, treated and/or disposed of at the site, or does the project site adjoin 9 Yes 9■ No
property which is now or was at one time used to commercially treat, store and/or dispose of hazardous waste?
If Yes:
i. Describe waste(s) handled and waste management activities, including approximate time when activities occurred:
h. Potential contamination history. Has there been a reported spill at the proposed project site, or have any 9 Yes 9■ No
remedial actions been conducted at or adjacent to the proposed site?
If Yes:
i. Is any portion of the site listed on the NYSDEC Spills Incidents database or Environmental Site 9 Yes 9 No
Remediation database? Check all that apply:
9 Yes – Spills Incidents database Provide DEC ID number(s):
9 Yes – Environmental Site Remediation database Provide DEC ID number(s):
9 Neither database
ii. If site has been subject of RCRA corrective activities, describe control measures:
iii. Is the project within 2000 feet of any site in the NYSDEC Environmental Site Remediation database? 9 Yes 9■ No
If Yes, provide DEC ID number(s):
iv. If Yes to (i), (ii) or (iii) above, describe current status of site(s):
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v. Is the project site subject to an institutional control limiting property uses? 9 Yes9 No
If Yes, DEC site ID number:
Describe the type of institutional control (e.g., deed restriction or easement):
Describe any use limitations:
Describe any engineering controls:
Will the project affect the institutional or engineering controls in place? 9 Yes9 No
Explain:
E.2. Natural Resources On or Near Project Site
a. What is the average depth to bedrock on the project site? >5 feet
b. Are there bedrock outcroppings on the project site? 9 Yes9 ■ No
If Yes, what proportion of the site is comprised of bedrock outcroppings? %
c. Predominant soil type(s) present on project site: Wd Wayland Soils Complex 55.5
%
________________________
AoB Angola silt loam _________%
35.1
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DbA Darien silt loam _________%
2.9
d. What is the average depth to the water table on the project site? Average: >5 feet
e. Drainage status of project site soils: 9 Well Drained: % of site
9 Moderately Well Drained: % of site
9✔ Poorly Drained 100
% of site
f. Approximate proportion of proposed action site with slopes: 9✔ 0-10%: 100
% of site
9 10-15%: % of site
9 15% or greater: % of site
g. Are there any unique geologic features on the project site? 9 9
Yes ■ No
If Yes, describe:
h. Surface water features.
i. Does any portion of the project site contain wetlands or other waterbodies (including streams, rivers, 9■ Yes 9 No
ponds, or lakes)?
ii. Do any wetlands or other waterbodies adjoin the project site? 9■ Yes No
If Yes to either i or ii, continue. If No, skip to E.2.i.
iii. Are any of the wetlands or waterbodies within or adjoining the project site regulated by any federal, 9■ Yes No
state or local agency?
iv. For each identified regulated wetland and waterbody on the project site, provide the following information:
Streams: Name 837-235 Classification
• Lakes or Ponds: Name Classification
• Wetlands: Name Federal Waters, Federal Waters, Federal Waters,... Approximate Size
• Wetland No. (if regulated by DEC)
v. Are any of the above water bodies listed in the most recent compilation of NYS water quality-impaired 9 ■ Yes9 No
waterbodies?
If Yes, name of impaired water body/bodies and basis for listing as impaired: Name - Pollutants - Uses:Rush Creek and tribs - Fecal Coliforms;Total Phosphorus
i. Is the project site in a designated Floodway? 9 9 ■ No
Yes
j. Is the project site in the 100-year Floodplain? 9 9
Yes ■ No
9 9
k. Is the project site in the 500-year Floodplain? Yes ■ No
9 9
l. Is the project site located over, or immediately adjoining, a primary, principal or sole source aquifer? Yes ■ No
If Yes:
i. Name of aquifer:
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m. Identify the predominant wildlife species that occupy or use the project site:
n. Does the project site contain a designated significant natural community? 9 Yes 9■ No
If Yes:
i. Describe the habitat/community (composition, function, and basis for designation):
ii. Source(s) of description or evaluation:
iii. Extent of community/habitat:
Currently: acres
Following completion of project as proposed: acres
Gain or loss (indicate + or -): acres
o. Does project site contain any species of plant or animal that is listed by the federal government or NYS as 9 Yes 9■ No
endangered or threatened, or does it contain any areas identified as habitat for an endangered or threatened species?
If Yes:
i. Species and listing (endangered or threatened):
p. Does the project site contain any species of plant or animal that is listed by NYS as rare, or as a species of 9 Yes 9■ No
special concern?
If Yes:
i. Species and listing:
q. Is the project site or adjoining area currently used for hunting, trapping, fishing or shell fishing? 9 Yes 9■ No
If Yes, give a brief description of how the proposed action may affect that use:
E.3. Designated Public Resources On or Near Project Site
a. Is the project site, or any portion of it, located in a designated agricultural district certified pursuant to 9 Yes 9■ No
Agriculture and Markets Law, Article 25-AA, Section 303 and 304?
If Yes, provide county plus district name/number:
b. Are agricultural lands consisting of highly productive soils present? 9 Yes 9■ No
i. If Yes: acreage(s) on project site?
ii. Source(s) of soil rating(s):
c. Does the project site contain all or part of, or is it substantially contiguous to, a registered National 9 Yes 9■ No
Natural Landmark?
If Yes:
i. Nature of the natural landmark: 9 Biological Community 9 Geological Feature
ii. Provide brief description of landmark, including values behind designation and approximate size/extent:
d. Is the project site located in or does it adjoin a state listed Critical Environmental Area? 9 Yes 9■ No
If Yes:
i. CEA name:
ii. Basis for designation:
iii. Designating agency and date:
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e. Does the project site contain, or is it substantially contiguous to, a building, archaeological site, or district Yes ■ No
listed on the National or State Register of Historic Places, or that has been determined by the Commissioner of the NYSOffice of
Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation to be eligible for listing on the State Register of Historic Places?
If Yes:
i. Nature of historic/archaeological resource: Archaeological Site Historic Building or District
ii. Name:
iii. Brief description of attributes on which listing is based:
f. Is the project site, or any portion of it, located in or adjacent to an area designated as sensitive for ■ Yes No
archaeological sites on the New York State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO) archaeological site inventory?
g. Have additional archaeological or historic site(s) or resources been identified on the project site? Yes ■ No
If Yes:
i. Describe possible resource(s):
ii. Basis for identification:
h. Is the project site within five miles of any officially designated and publicly accessible federal, state, or local ■ Yes No
scenic, or aesthetic resource?
If Yes:
i. Identify resource: The project involves the current park at Parker Road and 20A.
ii. Nature of, or basis for, designation (e.g., established highway overlook, state or local park, state historic trail, or scenic byway,
etc.): Local Park
iii. Distance between project and resource: miles.
i. Is the project site located within a designated river corridor under the Wild, Scenic and Recreational Rivers Yes ■ No
Program 6 NYCRR 666?
If Yes:
i. Identify the name of the river and its designation:
ii. Is the activity consistent with development restrictions contained in 6NYCRR Part 666? Yes No
E.4. Disadvantaged Communities Designated Pursuant to ECL Article 75
a. Is the project located within, or within ½ mile of, a disadvantaged community? Yes ■ No
If No, could impacts(see examples below in E.4.b) from the project affect a disadvantaged community? Yes No
If Yes to either question in E.4.a, answer the remaining questions in this section.
b. Will there be direct or indirect impacts that may affect a disadvantaged community, such as those listed below? Yes ■ No
i. new noise sources or expansions/modification of existing noise sources;
- noise from operational sources
- noise from construction activities
ii. emissions of air pollutants including, mobile emissions;
iii. wastewater discharges;
iv. generation of odors;
v. light pollution;
vi. new or modified radiation sources;
vii. new or modified sources of solid waste generation, management, or disposal.
If Yes, describe the impacts:
c. Do any of the State agency approvals identified in question B.g include any of the following DEC permits?
State Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (SPDES) Yes No
Solid Waste Management Facility Yes No
Hazardous Waste Management Facility Yes No
Air Pollution Control (Title V or Air State Facility) Yes No
Water Withdrawal over 20 MGD for Cooling Water Yes No
Waste Transporter Yes No
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E.5 Future Physical Climate Risks
Will the proposed action be vulnerable to the following future physical climate risks under current or projected future conditions:
a. Is the proposed action vulnerable to damage from a projected 100-year flood? Yes ■ No
b. Is the proposed action vulnerable to damage from a projected 500-year flood? Yes ■ No
c. Is the proposed action in an area potentially affected by sea level rise? ■ Yes ■ No
d. Will the proposed action increase the vulnerability of human or ecological communities to the following:
i. drought? Yes ■ No
ii. temperature extremes (hot or cold)? Yes ■ No
iii. extreme storms, including high winds? Yes ■ No
iv. landslides? Yes ■ No
v. coastal erosion? Yes ■ No
vi. stormwater flooding? Yes ■ No
vii. other climate or weather hazards? Yes ■ No If Yes, describe: _____________________________________
F. Additional Information
Attach any additional information which may be needed to clarify your project.
If you have identified any adverse impacts which could be associated with your proposal, please describe those impacts plus any
measures which you propose to avoid or minimize them.
G. Verification
I certify that the information provided is true to the best of my knowledge.
Applicant/Sponsor Name
Joshua Rogers Date
8/6/26
Signature Title
Town Planner
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EAF Mapper Summary Report Monday, July 27, 2026 8:58 AM
Disclaimer: The EAF Mapper is a screening tool intended to assist
project sponsors and reviewing agencies in preparing an environmental
assessment form (EAF). Not all questions asked in the EAF are
answered by the EAF Mapper. Additional information on any EAF
question can be obtained by consulting the EAF Workbooks. Although
the EAF Mapper provides the most up-to-date digital data available to
DEC, you may also need to contact local or other data sources to
confirm data provided by the Mapper or to obtain data not provided by
the Mapper.
B.i.i [Coastal or Waterfront Area] No
B.i.ii [Local Waterfront Revitalization Area] Yes
C.2.b. [Special Planning District] Yes - Digital mapping data are not available for all Special Planning Districts.
Refer to EAF Workbook.
C.2.b. [Special Planning District - Name] NYS Heritage Areas:West Erie Canal Corridor
E.1.h [DEC Spills or Remediation Site - Digital mapping data are not available or are incomplete. Refer to EAF
Potential Contamination History] Workbook.
E.1.h.i [DEC Spills or Remediation Site - Digital mapping data are not available or are incomplete. Refer to EAF
Listed] Workbook.
E.1.h.i [DEC Spills or Remediation Site - Digital mapping data are not available or are incomplete. Refer to EAF
Environmental Site Remediation Database] Workbook.
E.1.h.iii [Within 2,000' of DEC Remediation No
Site]
E.2.g [Unique Geologic Features] No
E.2.h.i [Surface Water Features] Yes - Digital mapping information on local, New York State, and federal
wetlands and waterbodies is known to be incomplete. Refer to the EAF
Workbook.
E.2.h.ii [Surface Water Features] Yes - Digital mapping information on local, New York State, and federal
wetlands and waterbodies is known to be incomplete. Refer to the EAF
Workbook.
E.2.h.iii [Surface Water Features] Yes - Digital mapping information on local, New York State, and federal
wetlands and waterbodies is known to be incomplete. Refer to the EAF
Workbook.
E.2.h.iv [Surface Water Features - Stream 837-235
Name]
E.2.h.iv [Surface Water Features - Stream C
Classification]
E.2.h.iv [Surface Water Features - Wetlands Federal Waters
Name]
E.2.h.v [Impaired Water Bodies] Yes
E.2.h.v [Impaired Water Bodies - Name and Name - Pollutants - Uses:Rush Creek and tribs - Fecal Coliforms;Total
Basis for Listing] Phosphorus
E.2.i. [Floodway] No
E.2.j. [100 Year Floodplain] No
E.2.k. [500 Year Floodplain] No
E.2.l. [Aquifers] No
E.2.n. [Natural Communities] No
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E.2.o. [Endangered or Threatened Species] No
E.2.p. [Rare Plants or Animals] No
E.3.a. [Agricultural District] No
E.3.c. [National Natural Landmark] No
E.3.d [Critical Environmental Area] No
E.3.e. [National or State Register of Historic Digital mapping data are not available or are incomplete. Refer to EAF
Places or State Eligible Sites] Workbook.
E.3.f. [Archeological Sites] Yes
E.3.i. [Designated River Corridor] No
E.4.a [Disadvantaged Community] No
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Town Board of the Town of Hamburg
August 10, 2026 Meeting
4.38. Concession Agreement
WHEREAS, the Town of Hamburg desires to enter into an agreement with Donald Bond d/b/a
Bonds Bussin Bites, to operate a refreshment concession at the Hamburg Town Park for a period
commencing as soon as all required permits issued by the Erie County Health Department, and
insurance certificates are submitted and approved until on or about Labor Day 2026. The vendor will
pay the Town $200.00.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Town of Hamburg enter into an agreement
with Donald Bond d/b/a Bonds Bussin Bites and,
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that Supervisor Elizabeth Farrell Lorentz is authorized to sign the
agreement on behalf of the Town of Hamburg, upon review by the Legal Department.
ATTACHMENTS:
Addendum to agreement between Bonds Bussin Bites & Town of Hamburg.pdf
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Town Board of the Town of Hamburg
August 10, 2026 Meeting
4.39. ECWA Water System Improvements Additional Fire Hydrant
WHEREAS, the Town of Hamburg has been notified by Erie County Water Authority of a Water
System
Improvement Project planned within the Town and;
WHEREAS, as part of the project, ECWA is planning to install a new section of watermain between
5310
Southwestern Blvd. and 5278 Southwestern Blvd. and are planning to install one (1) Hydrant and;
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Town Board authorizes the ECWA to install the one (1)
additional
fire hydrant as shown on the project plans and reviewed by the Town Engineering Department and that
the Town of Hamburg agrees to pay the ECWA the annual direct service hydrant maintenance fee for
this hydrant, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Town Clerk is requested to provide two certified copies of this
resolution to the Engineering Department for transmittal to the ECWA.
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Town Board of the Town of Hamburg
August 10, 2026 Meeting
4.40. Helps Program
WHEREAS, The Town Board has the authority to manage the Town of Hamburg Personnel efficiently
and effectively in accordance with applicable laws, rules, regulations, and collective bargaining
agreements, including New York State Civil Service Laws and the Erie County Rules for the Classified
Service;  and
WHEREAS, New York State Civil Service Commission  has developed and the Erie County
Personnel Department has adopted the NYS HELPS (Hiring for Emergency Limited Placement
Statewide) program, which allows for the inclusion of titles where qualified individuals may be
appointed to a non-competitive version of a competitive title in order to gain permanent status without
competitive examination and upon completion of a necessary probationary term be placed in the
competitive class without further exam; and
WHEREAS, Erie County has recommended that the below resolve clause regarding the appointment
process be approved to allow the Town of Hamburg to appropriately utilize the NYS Helps program in
its most efficient form so as not to delay the ability of employees hired through the program to gain
permanent status;
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that any individual appointed through the NYS Helps
program, as approved and administered by The County of Erie, and upon completion of the minimum
probationary term of the position and the requirements as outlined/approved by Erie County Civil
Service, shall be afforded the rights of that of a competitive class appointment without further exam or
approval by the Erie County Civil Service Commission. The Town Board of the Town of Hamburg
retains all rights and authority as it relates to hiring and employment procedures.
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Town Board of the Town of Hamburg
August 10, 2026 Meeting
4.41. Workday Reporting
BE IT RESOLVED that the Hamburg Town Board does hereby approve the 2026 Workday Reporting
resolution as required by the NYS Comptroller.
(Attached)
ATTACHMENTS:
20260807083728.pdf
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Town Board of the Town of Hamburg
August 10, 2026 Meeting
4.42. Town of Hamburg Drainage and Stormwater Management District Public Hearing and Lead
Agency
WHEREAS, the Town of Hamburg (the “Town”) manages a drainage system which provides collection
of the rainfall and snow melt runoff for Town properties and controls the quantity and quality of runoff
into local, state, and federal waterways; and
WHEREAS, the Town has determined it will need a dedicated sole source of funding to continue to
construct, operate, and maintain sufficient stormwater infrastructure to comply with increasingly
stringent permit requirements, provide sufficient capital to repair/replace aging infrastructure, and to
address the effects of increasing precipitation as a result of climate change; and
WHEREAS, the Town proposes to create a new Town-wide Drainage and Stormwater Management
District (the "District") to manage and fund the entire stormwater system.
WHEREAS, for the Town of Hamburg to form a Town-wide Drainage and Stormwater
Management District the Town of Hamburg must adopt the Order and schedule a public hearing. The
public hearing will provide involved and concerned parties an opportunity to comment on the
Map, Plan, & Report as well as voice any potential comments or issues; and
WHEREAS, the Town Engineer has submitted a proposed Order that includes a notice of the public
hearing and announces that the Map, Plan, & Report are available for public review; and
WHEREAS, the formation of the District will require the Town to comply with the New York
State Environmental Quality Review Act (Article 8 of the Environmental Conservation Law and
its implementing regulations at 6 NYCRR Part 617; “SEQRA”) and the Town’s Local
Waterfront Revitalization Program; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to Part 617 of the implementing regulations pertaining to Article 8 (State
Environmental Quality Review Act - SEQR) of the Environmental Conservation Law, the Town Board
has determined that developing and implementing the proposed District is an Unlisted Action; and
WHEREAS, the Town Board, in compliance with Section 209-d of the Town Law,
now desires to conduct a public hearing concerning the proposed District;
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NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, the Town Board does hereby accept the Map, Plan and
Report and Order in accordance with the Town Law for the creation of a Town-wide Drainage and
Stormwater Management District; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, by the Town Board, as follows:
Section 1: The Town Board will hold a public hearing pursuant to Article 12-A, Section 209-d of
the N.Y. Town Law on the 24th of August 2026 starting at 5 p.m. at the Hamburg Town Hall,
to consider the establishment of the proposed District, and at which all interested persons may be heard
(the "Public Hearing").
Section 2: The Town Clerk is hereby authorized and directed to cause a copy of this Order to
be published once in the official newspaper of the Town, the first publication thereof to be not less than
ten nor more than twenty days before the day set herein for the Public Hearing, and said Town Clerk
shall also cause a copy thereof to be posted on the sign-board of the Town maintained pursuant to
the subdivision 6 of Section 30 of the N.Y. Town Law not less than ten nor more than twenty days
before the day set for the Public Hearing. The Town Clerk shall also cause a copy of this Order to be
posted on the Town's official website not less than ten nor more than twenty days before the day set for
the Public Hearing.
Section 3: The Town Clerk shall file a certified copy of this Order with the Office of the
State Comptroller, on or about the date of publication of this Order.
Section 4: This Order shall take effect immediately.
ATTACHMENTS:
FEAF Part 1.pdf
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Full Environmental Assessment Form
Part 1 - Project and Setting
Instructions for Completing Part 1
Part 1 is to be completed by the applicant or project sponsor. Responses become part of the application for approval or funding,
are subject to public review, and may be subject to further verification.
Complete Part 1 based on information currently available. If additional research or investigation would be needed to fully respond to
any item, please answer as thoroughly as possible based on current information; indicate whether missing information does not exist,
or is not reasonably available to the sponsor; and, when possible, generally describe work or studies that would be necessary to
update or fully develop that information.
Applicants/sponsors must complete all items in Sections A & B. In Sections C, D & E, most items contain an initial question that
must be answered either “Yes” or “No.” If the answer to the initial question is “Yes,” complete the following sub-questions. If the
answer to the initial question is “No,” proceed to the next question. Section F allows the project sponsor to identify and attach
additional information. Section G requires the name and signature of the applicant or project sponsor to verify the information in Part
1 is accurate and complete.
A. Project and Applicant/Sponsor Information.
Name of Action or Project:
Town of Hamburg Drainage and Stormwater Management District Formation
Project Location (describe and attach a general location map):
Town of Hamburg
Brief Description of Proposed Action (include purpose or need):
The Town of Hamburg (Town) manages a drainage system which provides collection of the rainfall and snow
melt runoff for Town properties and controls the quantity and quality of runoff into local, state, and federal
waterways. The Town has to meet maintenance and operation needs, as well as complete capital work, to keep
the system running while complying with regulations governing stormwater and operates under the NYSDEC
general stormwater SPDES permit for Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4). The Town has
determined it will need a dedicated sole source of funding to continue to construct, operate, and maintain
sufficient stormwater infrastructure to comply with increasingly stringent permit requirements, provide sufficient
capital to repair/replace aging infrastructure, and to address the effects of increasing precipitation as a result of
climate change. Accordingly, the Town proposes to create a new Town-wide Drainage and Stormwater
Management District (DSMD) to manage and fund the entire stormwater
Name of Applicant/Sponsor: system. (See attached Map, Plan and
Telephone:
Report) 716-649-6111
Town of Hamburg Town Board E-Mail:
Address:
6100 South Park Avenue
City/PO: State: Zip Code:
Hamburg NY 14075
Project Contact (if not same as sponsor; give name and title/role): Telephone:
Same E-Mail:
Address:
City/PO: State: Zip Code:
Property Owner (if not same as sponsor): Telephone:
N/A E-Mail:
Address:
City/PO: State: Zip Code:
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B. Government Approvals
B. Government Approvals, Funding, or Sponsorship. (“Funding” includes grants, loans, tax relief, and any other forms of financial
assistance.)
Government Entity If Yes: Identify Agency and Approval(s) Application Date
Required (Actual or
projected)
a. City Council, Town Board, 9✔ Yes 9 No Formation of District Fall 2026
or Village Board of Trustees
b. City, Town or Village 9 Yes 9 No
Planning Board or Commission
c. City, Town or 9 Yes 9 No
Village Zoning Board of Appeals
d. Other local agencies 9 Yes 9 No
e. County agencies 9 Yes 9 No
f. Regional agencies 9 Yes 9 No
g. State agencies 9 Yes 9 No
h. Federal agencies 9 Yes 9 No
i. Coastal Resources.
i. Is the project site within a Coastal Area or the waterfront area of a Designated Inland Waterway? 9
✔ Yes 9 No
ii. Is the project site located in a community with an approved Local Waterfront Revitalization Program? 9 Yes No
✔
iii. Is the project site within a Coastal Erosion Hazard Area? 9 Yes 9✔ No
C. Planning and Zoning
C.1. Planning and zoning actions.
Will administrative or legislative adoption, or amendment of a plan, local law, ordinance, rule, or regulation be the 9
✔ Yes 9 No
only approval(s) that must be granted to enable the proposed action to proceed?
If Yes, complete sections C, F and G.
If No, proceed to question C.2 and complete all remaining sections and questions in Part 1
C.2. Adopted land use plans.
a. Do any municipally adopted (city, town, village, or county) comprehensive land use plan(s) include the site 9
✔
Yes 9 No
where the proposed action would be located?
If Yes, does the comprehensive plan include specific recommendations for the site where the proposed action Yes ✔ No
would be located? 9
b. Is the site of the proposed action within any local or regional special planning district (for example: Greenway; ✔ Yes No
Brownfield Opportunity Area (BOA); designated State or Federal heritage area; watershed management plan; 9 9
or other)?
If Yes, identify the plan(s):
The Town of Hamburg includes a BOA, Greenway and other Planning districts
c. Is the proposed action located wholly or partially within an area listed in an adopted municipal open space plan ✔ Yes No
or an adopted municipal farmland protection plan? 9 9
If Yes, identify the plan(s):
The Town has an Open Space and Greenspace Plan (outdated)
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d. Is the proposed action in a municipality with an adopted comprehensive or individual plan that addresses climate Yes ✔ No
change?
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If Yes , identify the elements of the plan that are relevant to the action:
9 9
C.3. Zoning
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a. Is the site of the proposed action located in a municipality with an adopted zoning law or ordinance? ✔ Yes No
If Yes, what is the zoning classification(s) including any applicable overlay district?
Entire Town - all zoning districts
b. Is the use permitted or allowed by a special or conditional use permit? Yes ✔ No
c. Is a zoning change requested as part of the proposed action? Yes ✔ No
If Yes, what is the proposed new zoning for the site?
C.4. Existing community services.
a. In what school district is the project site located?
All Town School Districts
b. What police or other public protection forces serve the project site?
Town of Hamburg Police, Erie County and NYS
c. Which fire protection and emergency medical services serve the project site?
All Town fire and emergency service providers
d. What parks serve the project site?
All Town, County and NYS parks within the Town
D. Project Details
D.1. Proposed and Potential Development
a. What is the general nature of the proposed action (e.g., residential, industrial, commercial, recreational; if mixed, include all
components)? 9 9
b. a. Total acreage of the site of the proposed action? acres
b. Total acreage to be physically disturbed? acres 9 9
c. Total acreage (project site and any contiguous properties) owned
or controlled by the applicant or project sponsor? acres
c. Is the proposed action an expansion of an existing project or use? 9 Yes9 No
If Yes, what is the approximate percentage of the proposed expansion and identify the units (e.g., acres, miles, housing units,
square feet)? % Units:
d. Is the proposed action a subdivision, or does it include a subdivision? 9 Yes9 No
If Yes,
i. Purpose or type of subdivision? (e.g., residential, industrial, commercial; if mixed, specify types)
ii. Is a cluster/conservation layout proposed? Yes No
iii. Number of lots proposed?
iv. Minimum and maximum proposed lot sizes? Minimum Maximum
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e. Will the proposed action be constructed in multiple phases? 9 Yes 9 No
i. If No, anticipated period of construction: months
ii. If Yes:
Total number of phases anticipated
Anticipated commencement date of phase 1 (including demolition) month year
Anticipated completion date of final phase month year
Generally describe connections or relationships among phases, including any contingencies where progress of one phase may
determine timing or duration of future phases: 9 9
f. Does the project include new residential uses? Yes No
If Yes, show numbers of units proposed.
One Family Two Family Three Family Multiple Family (four or more) 9 9
Initial Phase
At completion
of all phases
9 9 9
g. Does the proposed action include new non-residential construction (including expansions)? Yes No
If Yes,
i. Total number of structures
ii. Dimensions (in feet) of largest proposed structure: height; width; and length
iii. Approximate extent of building space to be heated or cooled: square feet
h. Does the proposed action include construction or other activities that will result in the impoundment of any Yes No
liquids, such as creation of a water supply, reservoir, pond, lake, waste lagoon or other storage?
If Yes,
i. Purpose of the impoundment:
ii. If a water impoundment, the principal source of the water: Ground water Surface water streams 9 Other
9 specify:
iii. If other than water, identify the type of impounded/contained liquids and their source.
iv. Approximate size of the proposed impoundment. Volume: million gallons; surface area: acres
v. Dimensions of the proposed dam or impounding structure: height; length
vi. Construction method/materials for the proposed dam or impounding structure (e.g., earth fill, rock, wood, concrete):
D.2. Project Operations
a. Does the proposed action include any excavation, mining, or dredging, during construction, operations, or both? Yes No
(Not including general site preparation, grading or installation of utilities or foundations where all excavated
materials will remain onsite)
If Yes:
i .What is the purpose of the excavation or dredging?
ii. How much material (including rock, earth, sediments, etc.) is proposed to be removed from the site?
Volume (specify tons or cubic yards): 9 9
Over what duration of time?
iii. Describe nature and characteristics of materials to be excavated or dredged, and plans to use, manage or dispose of them.
iv. Will there be onsite dewatering or processing of excavated materials? Yes No
If yes, describe. 9 9
v. What is the total area to be dredged or excavated? acres
vi. What is the maximum area to be worked at any one time? acres
vii. What would be the maximum depth of excavation or dredging? feet
viii. Will the excavation require blasting? Yes No
ix. Summarize site reclamation goals and plan:
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b. Would the proposed action cause or result in alteration of, increase or decrease in size of, or encroachment Yes No
into any existing wetland, waterbody, shoreline, beach or adjacent area?
If Yes:
i. Identify the wetland or waterbody which would be affected (by name, water index number, wetland map number or geographic
description):
ii. Describe how the proposed action would affect that waterbody or wetland, e.g., excavation, fill, placement of structures, or
alteration of channels, banks, and shorelines. Indicate extent of activities, alterations and additions in square feet or acres:
iii. Will the proposed action cause or result in disturbance to bottom sediments? Yes No
If Yes, describe:
iv. Will the proposed action cause or result in the destruction or removal of aquatic vegetation? Yes No
If Yes:
acres of aquatic vegetation proposed to be removed:___________________________
expected acreage of aquatic vegetation remaining after project completion:
purpose of proposed removal (e.g. beach clearing, invasive species control, boat access):
proposed method of plant removal:
if chemical/herbicide treatment will be used, specify product(s):
v. Describe any proposed reclamation/mitigation following disturbance:
c. Will the proposed action use, or create a new demand for water? Yes No
If Yes:
i. Total anticipated water usage/demand per day: gallons/day
ii. Will the proposed action obtain water from an existing public water supply? Yes No
If Yes:
Name of district or service area:
Does the existing public water supply have capacity to serve the proposal? Yes No
Is the project site in the existing district? Yes No
Is expansion of the district needed? Yes No
Do existing lines serve the project site? Yes No
iii. Will line extension within an existing district be necessary to supply the project? Yes No
If Yes:
Describe extensions or capacity expansions proposed to serve this project:
Source(s) of supply for the district:
iv. Is a new water supply district or service area proposed to be formed to serve the project site? Yes No
If, Yes:
Applicant/sponsor for new district:
Date application submitted or anticipated:
Proposed source(s) of supply for new district:
v. If a public water supply will not be used, describe plans to provide water supply for the project:
vi. If water supply will be from wells (public or private), what is the maximum pumping capacity: gallons/minute.
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d. Will the proposed action generate liquid wastes? Yes No
If Yes:
i. Total anticipated liquid waste generation per day: gallons/day
ii. Nature of liquid wastes to be generated (e.g., sanitary wastewater, industrial; if combination, describe all components and
approximate volumes or proportions of each):
iii. Will the proposed action use any existing public wastewater treatment facilities? Yes No
If Yes:
Name of wastewater treatment plant to be used:
Name of district: 9 9
Does the existing wastewater treatment plant have capacity to serve the project? Yes No
Is the project site in the existing district? Yes No
Is expansion of the district needed? Yes No
Do existing sewer lines serve the project site? Yes No
Will a line extension within an existing district be necessary to serve the project? Yes No
If Yes:
Describe extensions or capacity expansions proposed to serve this project:
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iv. Will a new wastewater (sewage) treatment district be formed to serve the project site? Yes No
If Yes:
Applicant/sponsor for new district: 9 9
Date application submitted or anticipated:
What is the receiving water for the wastewater discharge?
v. If public facilities will not be used, describe plans to provide wastewater treatment for the project, including specifying proposed
receiving water (name and classification if surface discharge or describe subsurface disposal plans):
vi. Describe any plans or designs to capture, recycle or reuse liquid waste:
9 9
e. Will the proposed action disturb more than one acre and create stormwater runoff, either from new point Yes No
sources (i.e. ditches, pipes, swales, curbs, gutters or other concentrated flows of stormwater) or non-point
source (i.e., sheet flow) during construction or post construction?
If Yes: 9
i. How much impervious surface will the project create in relation to total size of project parcel?
Square feet or acres (impervious surface)
Square feet or acres (parcel size)
ii. Describe types of new point sources.
iii. Where will the stormwater runoff be directed (i.e. on-site stormwater management facility/structures, adjacent properties,
groundwater, on-site surface water, or off-site surface waters)?
9 9
If to surface waters, identify receiving water bodies or wetlands:
Will stormwater runoff flow to adjacent properties? Yes No
iv. Does the proposed plan minimize impervious surfaces, use pervious materials or collect and re-use stormwater? Yes No
9 9
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f. Does the proposed action include, or will it use on-site, one or more sources of air emissions, including fuel Yes No
combustion, waste incineration, or other processes or operations?
If Yes, identify:
i. Mobile sources during project operations (e.g., heavy equipment, fleet or delivery vehicles)
______________________________________________________________________________________________________
ii. Stationary sources during construction (e.g., power generation, structural heating, batch plant, crushers)
______________________________________________________________________________________________________
iii. Stationary sources during operations (e.g., process emissions, boilers, electric generation, surface coating)
______________________________________________________________________________________________________
g. Will any air emission sources named in D.2.f (above), require an Air Facility Registration, Air State Facility Yes No
Permit, Title IV Permit or Title V Permit?
If Yes:
i. Is the proposed action subject to the Nonattainment New Source Review or Prevention of Significant Deterioration Yes No
requirements discussed in 6 NYCRR Part 231?
ii. As calculated in the air permit application, the proposed action has the potential to emit:
Tons/year (short tons) of carbon monoxide (CO)
Tons/year (short tons) of oxides of nitrogen (NOx)
Tons/year (short tons) of particulate matter (PM-10, PM-2.5)
Tons/year (short tons) of volatile organic compounds (VOC)
Tons/year (short tons) of sulfur dioxide (SO2)
iii. Will emissions of air contaminants from the proposed action described above exceed the corresponding major Yes No
source thresholds?
iv.Does the proposed action have the potential to emit 10 tons/year or more of any one designated hazardous air Yes No
pollutant or 25 tons/year or more of any combination of such hazardous air pollutants (6NYCRR 200.1(ag))?
If Yes, provide the total potential to emit hazardous air pollutants in short tons/year: _____________________________
h. Will the proposed action generate or emit annual direct and indirect greenhouse gas emissions, such as carbon dioxide, methane,
nitrous oxide, sulfur hexafluoride, hydrofluorocarbons, or perfluorocarbons in excess of 10,000 metric tons of total carbon dioxide
equivalents per year at any point in the lifetime of the proposed action (estimated using the carbon dioxide equivalent definition and
global warming potentials provided in 6 NYCRR Part 496)? Yes No
If Yes:
i. Estimate the proposed action’s metric tons of carbon dioxide equivalents in tons/year (metric):
ii. Describe any greenhouse gas capture, control, or elimination measures included in project design:
i. Will the proposed action result in the release of air pollutants from open-air operations or processes, such as Yes No
quarry or landfill operations?
If Yes: Describe operations and nature of emissions (e.g., diesel exhaust, rock particulates/dust):
j. Will the proposed action result in a substantial increase in traffic above present levels or generate substantial Yes No
new demand for transportation facilities or services?
If Yes:
i. When is the peak traffic expected (Check all that apply): Morning Evening Weekend
Randomly between hours of to .
ii. For commercial activities only, projected number of truck trips/day and type (e.g., semi trailers and dump trucks):
iii. Parking spaces: Existing Proposed Net increase/decrease
iv. Does the proposed action include any shared use parking? Yes No
v. If the proposed action includes any modification of existing roads, creation of new roads or change in existing access, describe:
______________________________________________________________________________________________________________
vi. Are public/private transportation service(s) or facilities available within ½ mile of the proposed site? Yes No
vii Will the proposed action include access to public transportation or accommodations for use of hybrid, electric Yes No
or other alternative fueled vehicles?
viii. Will the proposed action include plans for pedestrian or bicycle accommodations for connections to existing Yes No
pedestrian or bicycle routes?
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k. Will the proposed action (for commercial or industrial projects only) generate new or additional energy demand? Yes No
If Yes:
i. Estimate annual electricity demand during operation of the proposed action:
ii. Anticipated sources/suppliers of electricity for the project (e.g., on-site combustion, on-site renewable, via grid/local utility, or
other):________________________________________________________________________________________________
iii. Will the proposed action require a new, or an upgrade, to an existing substation? Yes No
l. Hours of operation. Answer all items which apply.
i. During Construction: ii. During Operations:
Monday - Friday: Monday - Friday:
Saturday: Saturday:
Sunday: Sunday:
Holidays: Holidays:
m. Will the proposed action produce noise that will exceed existing ambient noise levels during construction, Yes No
operation, or both?
If yes:
i. Provide details including sources, time of day and duration:
ii. Will the proposed action remove existing natural barriers that could act as a noise barrier or screen? Yes No
Describe:
n. Will the proposed action have outdoor lighting? Yes No
If yes:
i. Describe source(s), location(s), height of fixture(s), direction/aim, and proximity to nearest occupied structures:
ii. Will proposed action remove existing natural barriers that could act as a light barrier or screen? Yes No
Describe:
o. Does the proposed action have the potential to produce odors for more than one hour per day? Yes No
If Yes, describe possible sources, potential frequency and duration of odor emissions, and proximity to nearest
occupied structures:
p. Will the proposed action include any bulk storage of petroleum (combined capacity of over 1,100 gallons) Yes No
or chemical products 185 gallons in above ground storage or any amount in underground storage?
If Yes:
i. Product(s) to be stored
ii. Volume(s) per unit time (e.g., month, year)
iii. Generally, describe the proposed storage facilities:
q. Will the proposed action (commercial, industrial and recreational projects only) use pesticides Yes No
(i.e., herbicides, insecticide) during construction or operation?
If Yes:
i. Describe proposed treatment(s):
ii. Will the proposed action use Integrated Pest Management Practices? Yes No
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r. Will the proposed action (commercial or industrial projects only) involve or require the management or disposal Yes No
of solid waste (excluding hazardous materials)?
If Yes:
i. Describe any solid waste(s) to be generated during construction or operation of the facility:
Construction: tons per (unit of time)
Operation : tons per (unit of time)
ii. Describe any proposals for on-site minimization, recycling or reuse of materials to avoid disposal as solid waste:
Construction:
Operation:
iii. Proposed disposal methods/facilities for solid waste generated on-site:
Construction:
Operation:
s. Does the proposed action include construction or modification of a solid waste management facility? Yes No
If Yes:
i. Type of management or handling of waste proposed for the site (e.g., recycling or transfer station, composting, landfill, or9 9
other disposal activities):
ii. Anticipated rate of disposal/processing:
Tons/month, if transfer or other non-combustion/thermal treatment, or
Tons/hour, if combustion or thermal treatment
iii. If landfill, anticipated site life: years
t. Will the proposed action at the site involve the commercial generation, treatment, storage, or disposal of hazardous Yes No
waste?
If Yes: 9 9
i. Name(s) of all hazardous wastes or constituents to be generated, handled, or managed at facility:
ii. Generally describe processes or activities involving hazardous wastes or constituents:
iii. Specify amount to be handled or generated tons/month
iv. Describe any proposals for on-site minimization, recycling, or reuse of hazardous constituents: 9
v. Will any hazardous wastes be disposed at an existing offsite hazardous waste facility? Yes No
If Yes: provide name and location of facility:________________________________________________________________________
If No: describe proposed management of any hazardous wastes which will not be sent to a hazardous waste facility: 9 9
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E. Site and Setting of Proposed Action
E.1. Land uses on and surrounding the project site
a. Existing land uses.
i. Check all uses that occur on, adjoining and near the project site.
9Urban 9Industrial 9Commercial 9Residential (suburban) 9Rural (non-farm)
9Forest 9Agriculture 9Aquatic 9Other (specify):
9 9
ii. If mix of uses, generally describe:
9
b. Land uses and cover types on the project site.
Land use or Current Acreage After 9 Change
9
Cover type Acreage Project Completion (Acres +/-)
Roads, buildings, and other paved or impervious
surfaces (total)
• Industrial or manufacturing
• Commercial
• Residential
Forested
Meadows, grasslands or brushlands (non-
agricultural, including abandoned agricultural)
Agricultural
(includes active orchards, field, greenhouse, etc.)
Surface water features
(lakes, ponds, streams, rivers, etc.)
9 9
Wetlands (freshwater or tidal)
Non-vegetated (bare rock, earth, or fill)
Other, Describe:
9 9
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c. Is the project site presently used by members of the community for public recreation? 9 Yes 9 No
i. If Yes: explain:
d. Are there any facilities serving children, the elderly, people with disabilities (e.g., schools, hospitals, licensed 9 Yes 9 No
day care centers, or group homes) within 1500 feet of the project site?
If Yes,
i. Identify facilities:
e. Does the project site contain an existing dam? 9 Yes 9 No
If Yes:
i. Dimensions of the dam and impoundment:
Dam height: feet
Dam length: feet
Surface area: acres
Volume impounded: gallons OR acre-feet
ii. Dam’s existing hazard classification:
iii. Provide date and summarize results of last inspection:
f. Has the project site ever been used as a municipal, commercial or industrial solid waste management facility, 9 Yes 9 No
or does the project site adjoin property that is now, or was at one time, used as a solid waste management facility?
If Yes:
i. Has the facility been formally closed? 9 Yes 9 No
If Yes, cite sources/documentation:
ii. Describe the location of the project site relative to the boundaries of the solid waste management facility:
iii. Describe any development constraints due to the prior solid waste activities:
g. Have hazardous wastes been generated, treated and/or disposed of at the site, or does the project site adjoin 9 Yes 9 No
property which is now or was at one time used to commercially treat, store and/or dispose of hazardous waste?
If Yes:
i. Describe waste(s) handled and waste management activities, including approximate time when activities occurred:
h. Potential contamination history. Has there been a reported spill at the proposed project site, or have any 9 Yes 9 No
remedial actions been conducted at or adjacent to the proposed site?
If Yes:
i. Is any portion of the site listed on the NYSDEC Spills Incidents database or Environmental Site 9 Yes 9 No
Remediation database? Check all that apply:
9 Yes – Spills Incidents database Provide DEC ID number(s):
9 Yes – Environmental Site Remediation database Provide DEC ID number(s):
9 Neither database
ii. If site has been subject of RCRA corrective activities, describe control measures:
iii. Is the project within 2000 feet of any site in the NYSDEC Environmental Site Remediation database? 9 Yes 9 No
If Yes, provide DEC ID number(s):
iv. If Yes to (i), (ii) or (iii) above, describe current status of site(s):
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v. Is the project site subject to an institutional control limiting property uses? 9 Yes9 No
If Yes, DEC site ID number:
Describe the type of institutional control (e.g., deed restriction or easement):
Describe any use limitations:
Describe any engineering controls:
Will the project affect the institutional or engineering controls in place? 9 Yes9 No
Explain:
E.2. Natural Resources On or Near Project Site
a. What is the average depth to bedrock on the project site? feet
b. Are there bedrock outcroppings on the project site? 9 Yes9 No
If Yes, what proportion of the site is comprised of bedrock outcroppings? %
c. Predominant soil type(s) present on project site: %
________________________ _________%
________________________ _________%
d. What is the average depth to the water table on the project site? Average: feet
e. Drainage status of project site soils: 9 Well Drained: % of site
9 Moderately Well Drained: % of site
9 Poorly Drained % of site
f. Approximate proportion of proposed action site with slopes: 9 0-10%: % of site
9 10-15%: % of site
9 15% or greater: % of site
g. Are there any unique geologic features on the project site? 9 9
Yes No
If Yes, describe:
h. Surface water features.
i. Does any portion of the project site contain wetlands or other waterbodies (including streams, rivers, 9 Yes 9 No
ponds, or lakes)?
ii. Do any wetlands or other waterbodies adjoin the project site? 9 Yes No
If Yes to either i or ii, continue. If No, skip to E.2.i.
iii. Are any of the wetlands or waterbodies within or adjoining the project site regulated by any federal, 9 Yes No
state or local agency?
iv. For each identified regulated wetland and waterbody on the project site, provide the following information:
Streams: Name Classification
• Lakes or Ponds: Name Classification
• Wetlands: Name Approximate Size
• Wetland No. (if regulated by DEC)
v. Are any of the above water bodies listed in the most recent compilation of NYS water quality-impaired 9 Yes9 No
waterbodies?
If Yes, name of impaired water body/bodies and basis for listing as impaired:
i. Is the project site in a designated Floodway? 9 9
Yes No
j. Is the project site in the 100-year Floodplain? 9 9
Yes No
9 9
k. Is the project site in the 500-year Floodplain? Yes No
9 9
l. Is the project site located over, or immediately adjoining, a primary, principal or sole source aquifer? Yes No
If Yes:
i. Name of aquifer:
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m. Identify the predominant wildlife species that occupy or use the project site:
n. Does the project site contain a designated significant natural community? 9 Yes 9 No
If Yes:
i. Describe the habitat/community (composition, function, and basis for designation):
ii. Source(s) of description or evaluation:
iii. Extent of community/habitat:
Currently: acres
Following completion of project as proposed: acres
Gain or loss (indicate + or -): acres
o. Does project site contain any species of plant or animal that is listed by the federal government or NYS as 9 Yes 9 No
endangered or threatened, or does it contain any areas identified as habitat for an endangered or threatened species?
If Yes:
i. Species and listing (endangered or threatened):
p. Does the project site contain any species of plant or animal that is listed by NYS as rare, or as a species of 9 Yes 9 No
special concern?
If Yes:
i. Species and listing:
q. Is the project site or adjoining area currently used for hunting, trapping, fishing or shell fishing? 9 Yes 9 No
If Yes, give a brief description of how the proposed action may affect that use:
E.3. Designated Public Resources On or Near Project Site
a. Is the project site, or any portion of it, located in a designated agricultural district certified pursuant to 9 Yes 9 No
Agriculture and Markets Law, Article 25-AA, Section 303 and 304?
If Yes, provide county plus district name/number:
b. Are agricultural lands consisting of highly productive soils present? 9 Yes 9 No
i. If Yes: acreage(s) on project site?
ii. Source(s) of soil rating(s):
c. Does the project site contain all or part of, or is it substantially contiguous to, a registered National 9 Yes 9 No
Natural Landmark?
If Yes:
i. Nature of the natural landmark: 9 Biological Community 9 Geological Feature
ii. Provide brief description of landmark, including values behind designation and approximate size/extent:
d. Is the project site located in or does it adjoin a state listed Critical Environmental Area? 9 Yes 9 No
If Yes:
i. CEA name:
ii. Basis for designation:
iii. Designating agency and date:
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e. Does the project site contain, or is it substantially contiguous to, a building, archaeological site, or district Yes No
listed on the National or State Register of Historic Places, or that has been determined by the Commissioner of the NYSOffice of
Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation to be eligible for listing on the State Register of Historic Places?
If Yes:
i. Nature of historic/archaeological resource: Archaeological Site Historic Building or District
ii. Name:
iii. Brief description of attributes on which listing is based:
f. Is the project site, or any portion of it, located in or adjacent to an area designated as sensitive for Yes No
archaeological sites on the New York State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO) archaeological site inventory?
g. Have additional archaeological or historic site(s) or resources been identified on the project site? Yes No
If Yes:
i. Describe possible resource(s):
ii. Basis for identification:
h. Is the project site within five miles of any officially designated and publicly accessible federal, state, or local Yes No
scenic, or aesthetic resource?
If Yes:
i. Identify resource:
ii. Nature of, or basis for, designation (e.g., established highway overlook, state or local park, state historic trail, or scenic byway,
etc.):
iii. Distance between project and resource: miles.
i. Is the project site located within a designated river corridor under the Wild, Scenic and Recreational Rivers Yes No
Program 6 NYCRR 666?
If Yes:
i. Identify the name of the river and its designation:
ii. Is the activity consistent with development restrictions contained in 6NYCRR Part 666? Yes No
E.4. Disadvantaged Communities Designated Pursuant to ECL Article 75
a. Is the project located within, or within ½ mile of, a disadvantaged community? Yes No
If No, could impacts(see examples below in E.4.b) from the project affect a disadvantaged community? Yes No
If Yes to either question in E.4.a, answer the remaining questions in this section.
b. Will there be direct or indirect impacts that may affect a disadvantaged community, such as those listed below? Yes No
i. new noise sources or expansions/modification of existing noise sources;
- noise from operational sources
- noise from construction activities
ii. emissions of air pollutants including, mobile emissions;
iii. wastewater discharges;
iv. generation of odors;
v. light pollution;
vi. new or modified radiation sources;
vii. new or modified sources of solid waste generation, management, or disposal.
If Yes, describe the impacts:
c. Do any of the State agency approvals identified in question B.g include any of the following DEC permits?
State Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (SPDES) Yes No
Solid Waste Management Facility Yes No
Hazardous Waste Management Facility Yes No
Air Pollution Control (Title V or Air State Facility) Yes No
Water Withdrawal over 20 MGD for Cooling Water Yes No
Waste Transporter Yes No
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E.5 Future Physical Climate Risks
Will the proposed action be vulnerable to the following future physical climate risks under current or projected future conditions:
a. Is the proposed action vulnerable to damage from a projected 100-year flood? Yes No
b. Is the proposed action vulnerable to damage from a projected 500-year flood? Yes No
c. Is the proposed action in an area potentially affected by sea level rise? Yes No
d. Will the proposed action increase the vulnerability of human or ecological communities to the following:
i. drought? Yes No
ii. temperature extremes (hot or cold)? Yes No
iii. extreme storms, including high winds? Yes No
iv. landslides? Yes No
v. coastal erosion? Yes No
vi. stormwater flooding? Yes No
vii. other climate or weather hazards? Yes No If Yes, describe: _____________________________________
F. Additional Information
Attach any additional information which may be needed to clarify your project.
If you have identified any adverse impacts which could be associated with your proposal, please describe those impacts plus any
measures which you propose to avoid or minimize them.
G. Verification
I certify that the information provided is true to the best of my knowledge.
Applicant/Sponsor Name
Joshua Rogers Date
8/7/26
Town Planner
Signature Title
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Town Board of the Town of Hamburg
August 10, 2026 Meeting
4.43. Amsdell Road Extension
WHEREAS, the Town of Hamburg is committed to providing sidewalks for the safe travel of
pedestrians throughout the Town; and
WHEREAS, the Town completed a portion of Amsdell Road, but per the funding requirements, must
utilize MWBE and/or SDVOB firms as part of the project; and
WHEREAS, the Town Engineer released a Request for Quotes to those firms on the State list for these
certifications and received one MBE and one SDVOB; and
WHEREAS, the Town Engineer recommends the Town enter into an agreement with one or both
firms for the extension of sidewalks and one new crossing on Amsdell Road for a not-to-exceed price of
$150,000.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Town Board authorizes the Supervisor to enter into
an agreement with one or both firms for work at a cost not-to-exceed $150,000 and the Town Engineer
and EECG Consulting to coordinate the scope of work starting as soon as possible.
Funds are available in General Fund
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4.44. Schoelkopf Road Town Property Ditch Cleaning
WHEREAS, the Town of Hamburg owned vacant property on Schoelkopf Road, SBL #190.09-4-19.11
includes a large drainage channel that receives runoff from the Town roads and local properties; and
WHEREAS, the Engineering Department has inspected the condition of the channel and found it is in
need of significant maintenance; and
WHEREAS, following discussion with Highway, it was determined that an independent contractor will
be required to complete the work and the Engineering Department obtained 3 quotes; and
WHEREAS, the Town Engineer recommends the Town award the Schoelkopf Road Ditch Cleaning to
Ground Breaking Solutions Inc. for $23,000.00.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Town Board authorizes the Supervisor to sign a letter
of authorization to Ground Breaking Solutions Inc. for work.
Funds are available in B.1490.0440.1
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4.45. McKinley Parkway Sidewalk Extension
WHEREAS, the Town of Hamburg would like to extend the sidewalk on McKinley Parkway from
Clark St to the first driveway of the Fairgrounds; and
WHEREAS, the Engineering Department requested quotes for the work, but all quotes received were
above the public bid requirement and funding available. However, the Town would like to complete as
much as of the work as possible; and
WHEREAS, the Town Engineer recommends the Town award the McKinley Parkway Sidewalk
Extension to Surianello Concrete for a not-to-exceed price of $34,000.00.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Town Board authorizes the Supervisor to enter into
an agreement with Surianello Concrete for work.
Funds are available in H106.1440.440
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4.46. Town Hall Parking Lot Change Orders
WHEREAS, the Town Board awarded the original contract for the Town Hall Parking Lot to Louie Del
Prince; and
WHEREAS, the Town requested revisions of the plans by Wendel Engineering and the associated cost
changes by the contractor Louie Del Prince; and
WHEREAS, Town Engineer has reviewed the proposed change orders and recommends the Town
Board approve the work; and
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Town Board authorize the Supervisor to sign the attached
change orders.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Town Board hereby approves a budget amendment increasing
the following accounts by $233,072, as follows: Transfer $14,344.21 from General Fund to Project
H108.1440.456.403 Transfer $18,622 from Police budget to Project H108.1440.456.403 Remaining
funds available in Project H108.1440.456.403
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Town Supervisor and Finance Office are authorized and
directed to make the necessary accounting and budgetary entries and to take all actions necessary to
carry out this resolution.
ATTACHMENTS:
DOC080726-002.pdf
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