Votes: Town of West Seneca
Motions and their votes, copied word for word from the minutes we've archived, newest meeting first.
Who moved and seconded, the tally and the roll call appear only where the minutes state them. They're picked out automatically, so each motion links to its page in the minutes, which are the record.
690 motions, not counting routine ones (include them).
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Applicant Carey is looking to maximize usable green space for five young grandchildren and their dogs, as a portion of the yard is already occupied by a fenced-in pool. Detaits: The proposed fence is a four-foot-high, see-through, wrought-iron styte. The appticant provided letters of support from three neighbors. Utitity easements exist on the property. Tronolone asked if there was any approva[ needed from NYS DOT or Erie County. Code Enforcement Officer Busse stated no requirement need if they are not within 500 feet of a county road. Conc[usion: The motion was approved 5-0, contingent on the appticant providing letters from utitity
Carried, 5–0
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Motion by Chairperson Stachowski, seconded by Bedient, to close the public hearing and grant a variance for property located at 3 Rene Drive. Ayes: 5 Noes: 0 Abstain: 0 Motion
Carried, 5–0 · Moved by Chairperson Stachowski, seconded by Bedient
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Motion by Chairperson Stachowski, seconded by Greenan, to Approve Ayes: 5 Noes: 0 Abstain: 0 Motion
Carried, 5–0 · Moved by Chairperson Stachowski, seconded by Greenan
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Motion by Chairperson Stachowski, seconded by Tronolone, to table to February 2026 meeting. Ayes: 4 Noes: 0 Abstain: 1 Motion
Carried, 4–0, 1 abstaining · Moved by Chairperson Stachowski, seconded by Tronolone
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Motion by Supervisor Dickson, seconded by Councilmember Robertson, to accept the agenda as published with the following items moved to the front of the agenda: 1) Personnel Item No. 4; 2) Discussion Item No. 1; and 3) Presentation Item No. 1. Additionally, Personnel item numbers 5 - 7 and Communication items 5 -9 will be grouped together. Ayes: 5 Noes: 0 Abstain: 0 Motion Carried
Carried, 5–0 · Moved by Supervisor Dickson, seconded by Councilmember Robertson
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Motion by Supervisor Dickson, seconded by Councilmember Breidenstein, to approve the 2026 Organizational Meeting Minutes of January 12, 2026. Ayes: 5 Noes: 0 Abstain: 0 Motion Carried
Carried, 5–0 · Moved by Supervisor Dickson, seconded by Councilmember Breidenstein
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Motion by Supervisor Dickson, seconded by Councilmember Breidenstein, to approve Meeting Minutes 2026-01 of January 12, 2026. On the question, Councilmember Piekarec referred to his comments about the Internal Audit Committee and requested the minutes be amended to state "Amazon shipping charges." Ayes: 5 Noes: 0 Abstain: 0 Motion Carried
Carried, 5–0 · Moved by Supervisor Dickson, seconded by Councilmember Breidenstein
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Motion by Supervisor Dickson, seconded by Councilmember Piekarec, to open the public hearing. Ayes: 5 Noes: 0 Abstain: 0 Motion Carried
Carried, 5–0 · Moved by Supervisor Dickson, seconded by Councilmember Piekarec
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Motion by Supervisor Dickson, seconded by Councilmember Robertson, to close the public hearing. Ayes: 5 Noes: 0 Abstain: 0 Motion Carried
Carried, 5–0 · Moved by Supervisor Dickson, seconded by Councilmember Robertson
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Motion by Supervisor Dickson, seconded by Councilmember Robertson, to adopt the following Negative Declaration: WHEREAS, the Town Board of the Town of West Seneca, as lead agency acting pursuant to the State Environmental Quality Review Act, Article 8 of the New York State Environmental Conservation Law, has reviewed Part I of the Short Environmental Assessment Form ("EAF") prepared by the applicant for property located at 120 South Avenue ("Subject Property"), for development of two warehouses and associated site work and parking (the "Project"), and reviewed the draft completed Part II and Part III of the EAF analyzing the potential for the Project to result in any significant adverse env…
Carried, 5–0 · Moved by Supervisor Dickson, seconded by Councilmember Robertson
Page 3 of the minutes, motion 6 (full wording); vote on page 4, motion 6
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Motion by Supervisor Dickson, seconded by Councilmember Piekarec, to grant the request to rezone property located at 120 South Avenue changing its classification from C-1 and R-50 to C-2 with the following conditions: 1) no materials to be stored outside; 2) the property currently known as 134 South Avenue add a deed restriction for no future development; and 3) the two parcels be merged. Ayes: 5 Noes: 0 Abstain: 0 Motion Carried
Carried, 5–0 · Moved by Supervisor Dickson, seconded by Councilmember Piekarec
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Motion by Supervisor Dickson, seconded by Councilmember Robertson, to authorize the Supervisor to sign Erie County Form PO-17 New Position Duties Statement to create a part-time Recreation Supervisor position. On the question, Councilmember Breidenstein asked how the position would be paid. Supervisor Dickson stated the Recreation Supervisor line would be used. Ayes: 5 Noes: 0 Abstain: 0 Motion Carried
Carried, 5–0 · Moved by Supervisor Dickson, seconded by Councilmember Robertson
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Motion by Supervisor Dickson, seconded by Councilmember Breidenstein, to accept the resignation of Lauren J. Masset from the position of full-time Recreation Supervisor effective January 23, 2026. On the question, Councilmember Breidenstein spoke very highly of Ms. Masset's dedication to the position and thanked her for time with the town. Supervisor Dickson and Councilmember Robertson echoed the sentiments. Ayes: 5 Noes: 0 Abstain: 0 Motion Carried
Carried, 5–0 · Moved by Supervisor Dickson, seconded by Councilmember Breidenstein
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Motion by Supervisor Dickson, seconded by Councilmember Sherman, to change the title of Lauren J. Masset from full-time Recreation Supervisor to part-time permanent Recreation Supervisor effective January 23, 2026, at a rate of $44.04 per hour. 5 WEST SENECA COURT ROOM TOWN BOARD PROCEEDINGS 1250 Union Road Minutes - Meeting # 2026-02 West Seneca, NY 14224 January 26, 2026 Ayes: 5 Noes: 0 Abstain: 0 Motion Carried
Carried, 5–0 · Moved by Supervisor Dickson, seconded by Councilmember Sherman
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Motion by Supervisor Dickson, seconded by Councilmember Robertson, to appoint part-time Public Safety Dispatcher Emily Floreno to full time Public Safety Dispatcher, Group 7A, Step 1 at the rate of $25.74 per hour per the White Collar Union Contract effective February 2, 2026, to be paid from account line 01312000.50155. Ayes: 5 Noes: 0 Abstain: 0 Motion Carried
Carried, 5–0 · Moved by Supervisor Dickson, seconded by Councilmember Robertson
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Motion by Supervisor Dickson, seconded by Councilmember Robertson, to change the status of part- time Public Safety Dispatcher David Vasquez to part-time seasonal effective February 1, 2026, through June 30, 2026. Ayes: 5 Noes: 0 Abstain: 0 Motion Carried
Carried, 5–0 · Moved by Supervisor Dickson, seconded by Councilmember Robertson
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Motion by Supervisor Dickson, seconded by Councilmember Robertson, to change the status of part- time Clerk Typist Janet Kropczynski to part-time seasonal effective February 1, 2026, to be paid from account code 01762000.50138. Ayes: 5 Noes: 0 Abstain: 0 Motion Carried
Carried, 5–0 · Moved by Supervisor Dickson, seconded by Councilmember Robertson
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Motion by Supervisor Dickson, seconded by Councilmember Robertson, to appoint Scott Cooke as part-time permanent Van Driver at the rate of $16.00 per hour effective January 27, 2026, to be paid from account code 01762000.50146. Ayes: 5 Noes: 0 Abstain: 0 Motion Carried
Carried, 5–0 · Moved by Supervisor Dickson, seconded by Councilmember Robertson
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Motion by Supervisor Dickson, seconded by Councilmember Sherman, to authorize the Supervisor to execute a one-year contract with Farmer Pirates Compost LLC at a total maximum service cost not to exceed $5,620.00. Ayes: 5 Noes: 0 Abstain: 0 Motion Carried
Carried, 5–0 · Moved by Supervisor Dickson, seconded by Councilmember Sherman
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Motion by Supervisor Dickson, seconded by Councilmember Breidenstein, to approve a two-year extension of the contract with Modern Disposal Services, Inc., for recycling services effective February 1, 2026, through January 31, 2028. Ayes: 5 Noes: 0 Abstain: 0 Motion Carried
Carried, 5–0 · Moved by Supervisor Dickson, seconded by Councilmember Breidenstein
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Motion by Supervisor Dickson, seconded by Councilmember Robertson, to authorize the Supervisor to execute the Engagement Letter with Harris Beach Murtha for bond counsel services for 2026. On the question, Councilmember Piekarec stated that, in his opinion, the bids should have been included with the agenda packet and will vote against the appointment. Ayes: 4 Noes: 1 Abstain: 0 Motion Carried
Carried, 4–1 Not unanimous · Moved by Supervisor Dickson, seconded by Councilmember Robertson
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Motion by Supervisor Dickson, seconded by Councilmember Sherman, to adopt the following resolution identifying qualified engineering services companies as follows: WHEREAS, The Town of West Seneca issued a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) for Engineering Services for Water and Wastewater Projects in order to procure professional engineering services on a qualifications-based basis in accordance with applicable New York State requirements; and WHEREAS, The RFQ sought statements of qualifications from consulting engineering firms licensed in the State of New York to provide engineering services including, but not limited to, planning, evaluation, design, bidding, construction administration,…
Carried, 5–0 · Moved by Supervisor Dickson, seconded by Councilmember Sherman
Page 9 of the minutes, motion 18 (full wording); vote on page 10, motion 18
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Motion by Supervisor Dickson, seconded by Councilmember Robertson, to reappoint Ben Szablewski to the Environmental Commission for the following term: January 1, 2026, through December 31, 2027. Ayes: 5 Noes: 0 Abstain: 0 Motion Carried
Carried, 5–0 · Moved by Supervisor Dickson, seconded by Councilmember Robertson
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Motion by Supervisor Dickson, seconded by Councilmember Robertson, to appoint Gina Geller to the Environmental Commission for an open vacancy for a term from January 1,2026, through December 31, 2027. Ayes: 5 Noes: 0 Abstain: 0 Motion Carried
Carried, 5–0 · Moved by Supervisor Dickson, seconded by Councilmember Robertson
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Motion by Supervisor Dickson, seconded by Councilmember Robertson, to recognize that the West Seneca Bee, the town's official newspaper, will now be known as the Southtowns Bee. Ayes: 5 Noes: 0 Abstain: 0 Motion Carried
Carried, 5–0 · Moved by Supervisor Dickson, seconded by Councilmember Robertson
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Motion by Supervisor Dickson, seconded by Councilmember Robertson, to authorize the Highway Superintendent to execute the purchase of a used Nautilus HD Diesel Floor Scrubber and Sweeper from HJS in the amount of $19,000.00 with funds from the 2026 Highway Equipment Budget Line 0511000.50200. Ayes: 5 Noes: 0 Abstain: 0 Motion Carried
Carried, 5–0 · Moved by Supervisor Dickson, seconded by Councilmember Robertson
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Motion by Supervisor Dickson, seconded by Councilmember Robertson, to approve the purchase of ammunition in the amount of $13,966.73 per the quote from Amchar Wholesale Inc. in accordance with NYS contract #PC68734 with funds from 2026 budget line 01312000.50409. Ayes: 5 Noes: 0 Abstain: 0 Motion Carried
Carried, 5–0 · Moved by Supervisor Dickson, seconded by Councilmember Robertson
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Motion by Supervisor Dickson, seconded by Councilmember Robertson, to approve the vouchers submitted for audit, chargeable to the respected funds as follows:: General Fund: $ 129,537.74 Highway Fund: $ 83,882.18 Trust & Agency: $ 0.00 Capital Fund: $ 2,525.89 Sewer Districts: $ 775.26 Water Districts: $ 0.00 Drainage District: $ 0.00 Gas Conversion Lighting Districts: $ 0.00 Electric Lighting Districts: $ 223.34 Total: $ 216,944.41 Ayes: 5 Noes: 0 Abstain: 0 Motion Carried
Carried, 5–0 · Moved by Supervisor Dickson, seconded by Councilmember Robertson
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Motion by Supervisor Dickson, seconded by Councilmember Robertson, to receive and file the Capital Project Report for January 2026. Ayes: 5 Noes: 0 Abstain: 0 Motion Carried
Carried, 5–0 · Moved by Supervisor Dickson, seconded by Councilmember Robertson
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Motion by Supervisor Dickson, seconded by Councilmember Robertson, to appoint Michael Mingo as Deputy Town Attorney/Prosecutor for 2026 at the rate of pay provided for in the 2026 budget, and appoint him as counsel to the West Seneca Ethics Board. Ayes: 5 Noes: 0 Abstain: 0 Motion Carried
Carried, 5–0 · Moved by Supervisor Dickson, seconded by Councilmember Robertson
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Motion by Mr. Cox, seconded by Ms. Morris, to recommend to the Town Board the dog park be located at Mill Road Park. Ayes: All Noes: None Abstain: None Motion: Carried
Carried unanimously · Moved by Mr. Cox, seconded by Ms. Morris
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Motion by Mr. Cox, seconded by Ms. Morris, to present to the Town Board a recommendation to adjust Veterans Park Pool fees as follows: single-visit resident to $4; single-visit non-resident to $7; resident 10-visit punch pass to $25; non-resident 10-visit punch pass to $50. Ayes: Maura Lillis Blonski, David Cox, Caron Morris. Noes: Kathryn Adrian. Abstain: None Motion: Failed
Failed Not unanimous · Moved by Mr. Cox, seconded by Ms. Morris
Yes: Maura Lillis Blonski, David Cox, Caron Morris · No: Kathryn Adrian
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Motion by Mr. Cox, seconded by Chairperson Blonski, to recommend to the Town Board that three separate parks be named in honor of three separate individuals per the Veterans Committee’s recommendation, with specific park assignments to be researched and presented at the next meeting. Ayes: All Noes: None Abstain: None Motion: Carried
Carried unanimously · Moved by Mr. Cox, seconded by Chairperson Blonski
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Motion by Ms. Lipiew, seconded by Ms. Hernon, to approve the Environmental Commission meeting minutes from December 4, 2025. Ayes: All Noes: None Abstain: None Motion: Carried
Carried unanimously · Moved by Ms. Lipiew, seconded by Ms. Hernon
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Motion by Chairperson Amadon, seconded by Mr. Taylor, to nominate Evelyn Hicks as an associate member of the Environmental Commission. 2 WEST SENECA COMMUNITY CENTER WEST SENECA ENVIRONMENTAL COMMISSION 1300 UNION ROAD MEETING MINUTES WEST SENECA, NY 14224 JANUARY 15, 2026 Ayes: All Noes: None Abstain: None Motion: Carried
Carried unanimously · Moved by Chairperson Amadon, seconded by Mr. Taylor
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Motion by Vice Chairperson Leonard, seconded by Ms. Funk, to approve the Ethics Board meeting minutes from November 12, 2025. Ayes: All Noes: None Abstain: None Motion: Carried
Carried unanimously · Moved by Vice Chairperson Leonard, seconded by Ms. Funk
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Motion by Vice Chairperson Leonard, seconded by Mr. Gillman, to table the vote on accepting e- signatures until the next Ethics Board Meeting. The board will research County and State ethics board verdict on the acceptance of e-signatures. Ayes: All Noes: None Abstain: None Motion: Carried
Carried unanimously · Moved by Vice Chairperson Leonard, seconded by Mr. Gillman
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Motion by Vice Chairperson Leonard, seconded by Mr. Gillman, to table the determination and voting on the new Chairperson and Vice Chairperson of the Ethics Board for the next meeting. Ayes: All Noes: None Abstain: None Motion: Carried
Carried unanimously · Moved by Vice Chairperson Leonard, seconded by Mr. Gillman
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Senior Services Advisory Board
Kris Baron motioned to approve; Marilyn Stephens seconded the results, motion carried, approved 5-0.
Carried, 5–0 · Moved by Kris Baron, seconded by Marilyn Stephens
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Senior Services Advisory Board
Ciminelli agreed to act as Chairperson. Motioned by Kris, Seconded by Marilyn, motion carried,
Carried · Moved by Kris, seconded by Marilyn