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.
804 motions.
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Motion by Supervisor Dickson, seconded by Councilmember Breidenstein, to authorize Chief Cosgrove to enter into an agreement with Flock Group, Inc, of Atlanta Georgia, for a Flock Aerodome M4TD first responder drone with the contract amount of $100,000 annually, for a period of two years, noting the contract contains a 180 day opt out period, wherein the agreement may be terminated without penalty or fees and further noting that during the “trial,” it is determined that the technology is not useful or external funding cannot be obtained, the intent will be to opt out of the contract. 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 Councilmember Sherman, seconded by Councilmember Breidenstein, to extend the current agreement with West Seneca Little Loop for one year, expiring December 31, 2026, at the same rate and terms to afford both parties additional time to finalize the license agreement. On the question, Councilmember Robertson suggested the item be tabled the item until the next meeting to finalize the agreement. Councilmember Piekarec suggested an extension of 30 days instead. Councilmember Sherman stated that she understands negotiations would be ongoing, and a new agreement would be presented upon its completion. Councilmember Breidenstein stated an extension is reasonable and would not impede re…
Carried, 5–0 · Moved by Councilmember Sherman, seconded by Councilmember Breidenstein
Page 8 of the minutes, motion 18 (full wording)
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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: $ 513,512.43 Highway Fund: $ 184,438.75 Capital Fund: $ 207,635.50 Sewer Districts: $ 41,712.74 Water Districts: $ 0.00 8 WEST SENECA COURT ROOM TOWN BOARD PROCEEDINGS 1250 Union Road Minutes - Meeting # 2026-04 West Seneca, NY 14224 February 23, 2026 Drainage District: $ 0.00 Gas Conversion Lighting Districts: $ 129.61 Electric Lighting Districts: $ 102,967.12 Total: $ 1,050,396.15 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 enter into executive session to interview candidates for the Recreation Director position at 7:06 P.M. 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 Sherman, to leave executive session and return to the open meeting at 8:43 P.M. 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 David Cox as Recreation Director at an annual salary of $80,153.60, with 3 weeks of vacation, and benefits as per the White Collar contract effective as soon as practical. 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 Councilmember Breidenstein, seconded by Councilmember Sherman, to accept the resignation of David Cox from the Youth and Recreation Commission effective February 24, 2026. Ayes: 5 Noes: 0 Abstain: 0 Motion Carried
Carried, 5–0 · Moved by Councilmember Breidenstein, seconded by Councilmember Sherman
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Motion by Supervisor Dickson, seconded by Councilmember Sherman, to adjourn the meeting at 8:45 P.M. 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 Ms. Lipiew, seconded by Mr. Taylor, to approve the Environmental Commission meeting minutes from January 15, 2026. Ayes: All Noes: None Abstain: None Motion: Carried
Carried unanimously · Moved by Ms. Lipiew, seconded by Mr. Taylor
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Motion by Chairperson Amadon, seconded by Ms. Lipiew, to vote Evelyn Hicks in as an associate member of the Environmental Commission. Ayes: All Noes: None Abstain: None Motion: Carried
Carried unanimously · Moved by Chairperson Amadon, seconded by Ms. Lipiew
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Motion by Ms. Lipiew, seconded by Mr. Taylor, to adjourn the meeting at 7:11 PM. Ayes: All Noes: None Abstain: None Motion: Carried
Carried unanimously · Moved by Ms. Lipiew, seconded by Mr. Taylor
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Motion by Chairperson Bebak, seconded by Planning Board Member Wise, to table the request, pending variances. Ayes: 5 Noes: 0 Abstain: 0 Motion Carried
Carried, 5–0 · Moved by Chairperson Bebak, seconded by Planning Board Member Wise
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Motion by Chairperson Bebak, seconded by Planning Board Member Wise, to table the request, pending variances. Ayes: 5 Noes: 0 Abstain: 0 Motion Carried
Carried, 5–0 · Moved by Chairperson Bebak, seconded by Planning Board Member Wise
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Motion by Vice Chairperson Leonard, seconded by Ms. Funk, to approve the Ethics Board meeting minutes from January 14, 2026. 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 Ms. Funk, seconded by Ms. Mackert, to nominate Vice Chairperson Leonard as chairperson of the Ethics Board. Ayes: Ms. Mackert, Ms. Funk, Ms. Parkes Noes: None Abstain: Vice Chairperson Leonard
Result not stated · Moved by Ms. Funk, seconded by Ms. Mackert
Yes: Ms. Mackert, Ms. Funk, Ms. Parkes · Abstained: Vice Chairperson Leonard
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Motion: Carried
Carried
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Motion by Ms. Funk, seconded by Chairperson Leonard, to nominate Ms. Parkes as Vice Chairperson to the Ethics Board. Ayes: Chairperson Leonard, Ms. Funk, Ms. Mackert Noes: None Abstain: Ms. Parkes
Result not stated · Moved by Ms. Funk, seconded by Chairperson Leonard
Yes: Chairperson Leonard, Ms. Funk, Ms. Mackert · Abstained: Ms. Parkes
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Motion: Carried
Carried
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Motion by Vice Chairperson Leonard, seconded by Ms. Funk to enter into executive session at 6:11 PM to review disclosure forms as they pertain to past employment history, future employment plans, employment history of a corporation or limited liability company, and/or matters that may lead to the employment, demotion, discipline, suspension, dismissal, or removal of a particular person or business entity. 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 Chairperson Leonard, seconded by Vice Chairperson Parkes, to move out of executive session at 6:54 PM. Ayes: All Noes: None Abstain: None Motion: Carried
Carried unanimously · Moved by Chairperson Leonard, seconded by Vice Chairperson Parkes
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Motion by Chairperson Leonard, seconded by Vice Chairperson Parkes, to adjourn the meeting at 6:54 PM. Ayes: All Noes: None Abstain: None Motion: Carried
Carried unanimously · Moved by Chairperson Leonard, seconded by Vice Chairperson Parkes
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Motion by Supervisor Dickson, seconded by Councilmember Breidenstein, to accept the agenda as published with one walk-on item from Town Clerk Newton. 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 approve Meeting Minutes 2026-02 of January 26, 2026. On the question, Councilmember Robertson asked if comments from Facebook could contain more detail. Town Clerk Newton explained the minutes are a summary. 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 Piekarec, to approve Bid Opening Minutes of January 29, 2026, State Aid Bridge NY (Culvert) Project. 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 Breidenstein, to open the public hearing. 1 WEST SENECA COURT ROOM TOWN BOARD PROCEEDINGS 1250 Union Road Minutes - Meeting # 2026-03 West Seneca, NY 14224 February 9, 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 Sherman, to close the public hearing. 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 open 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 Sherman, to close the public hearing. 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 Piekarec, to amend the granted use permit for 2544 Clinton Street to construct a single multifamily dwelling. On the question, Councilmember Breidenstein reiterated his concerns about the all-electric component of the proposed project and further, the additional number of units. Councilmember Breidenstein stated he was shocked to learn that funding was not in place and the applicant is purchasing tax credits from brokers, noting he can cite many examples of federal funding not coming to NYS for these types of projects. Another concern is regarding transportation and the applicant's noncommittal of creating a shelter or having conversat…
Carried, 4–1 Not unanimous · Moved by Supervisor Dickson, seconded by Councilmember Piekarec
Page 6 of the minutes, motion 8 (full wording); vote on page 7, motion 8
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OLD BUSINESS TABLED ITEMS
Tabled
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Motion by Supervisor Dickson, seconded by Councilmember Breidenstein, to reopen the public hearing to hear all interested parties and citizens for or against the request for a rezone and special use permit for property located at 1245 Seneca Creek Road changing its classification from R-90 to R-60(S) to allow a boutique hotel and the service of alcohol in the town of West Seneca. 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 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 Sherman, to enter into executive session at 9:13 P.M. to consult with the Town Attorney. On the question, Councilmember Piekarec stated he does not agree with going into executive session. Ayes: 4 Noes: 1 Abstain: 0 Motion Carried
Carried, 4–1 Not unanimous · Moved by Supervisor Dickson, seconded by Councilmember Sherman
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Motion by Supervisor Dickson, seconded by Councilmember Robertson, to leave executive session 16 WEST SENECA COURT ROOM TOWN BOARD PROCEEDINGS 1250 Union Road Minutes - Meeting # 2026-03 West Seneca, NY 14224 February 9, 2026 and return to the open meeting at 9:45 P.M. Ayes: 5 Noes: 0 Abstain: 0 Motion Carried
Carried, 5–0 · Moved by Supervisor Dickson, seconded by Councilmember Robertson
Page 16 of the minutes, motion 13; vote on page 17, motion 13
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Motion by Supervisor Dickson, seconded by Councilmember Robertson, to table the item related to SEQRA. 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 accept the retirement of Justice Court Clerk Maureen Brownsey effective February 20, 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 Breidenstein, to change the status of part-time Clerk Typist Erika McCann Rettig to seasonal effective February 23 - July 23, 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 Robertson, to accept the resignation of Taylor Dolan as Police Officer, effective February 3, 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 accept the resignation of Haley Coniglio as part-time Public Safety Dispatcher, effective February 2, 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 Autumn Kopciowski as a part-time Clerk Typist in the Town Clerk's Office at a rate of $18 per hour effective February 10, 2026, to be paid from the Town Clerk part-time account line 01141000.50138, noting Ms. Kopciowski has completed her paperwork and the background check and drug test have been 17 WEST SENECA COURT ROOM TOWN BOARD PROCEEDINGS 1250 Union Road Minutes - Meeting # 2026-03 West Seneca, NY 14224 February 9, 2026 completed. Ayes: 5 Noes: 0 Abstain: 0 Motion Carried
Carried, 5–0 · Moved by Supervisor Dickson, seconded by Councilmember Robertson
Page 17 of the minutes, motion 19; vote on page 18, motion 19