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 Sherman, to approve the agenda as published. On the question, Councilmember Breidenstein requested an executive session regarding the purchase and sale of property within the town. Ayes: 4 Noes: 0 Abstain: 0 Motion Carried
Carried, 4–0 · Moved by Supervisor Dickson, seconded by Councilmember Sherman
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Motion by Supervisor Dickson, seconded by Councilmember Robertson, to approve Meeting Minutes 2026-13 of July 13, 2026. Ayes: 4 Noes: 0 Abstain: 0 Motion Carried
Carried, 4–0 · Moved by Supervisor Dickson, seconded by Councilmember Robertson
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Motion by Councilmember Breidenstein, seconded by Councilmember Robertson, to adopt the attached Facility Naming and Dedication Policy. 1 WEST SENECA COURT ROOM TOWN BOARD 1250 Union Road Minutes Meeting # 2026-14 West Seneca, NY 14224 July 27, 2026 Ayes: 4 Noes: 0 Abstain: 0 Motion Carried
Carried, 4–0 · Moved by Councilmember Breidenstein, seconded by Councilmember Robertson
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Motion by Supervisor Dickson, seconded by Councilmember Robertson, to accept the resignation of Mallory Giunta as a full time Public Safety Dispatcher effective July 15, 2026. Ayes: 4 Noes: 0 Abstain: 0 Motion Carried
Carried, 4–0 · Moved by Supervisor Dickson, seconded by Councilmember Robertson
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Motion by Supervisor Dickson, seconded by Councilmember Robertson, to appoint Noel Merced as a part-time Public Safety Dispatcher effective July 28, 2026, at the rate of $22.25 per hour to be paid from budget line 01312000.50148. Ayes: 4 Noes: 0 Abstain: 0 Motion Carried
Carried, 4–0 · 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 the following part-time Public Safety Dispatchers to part-time seasonal status from August 1 - December 31, 2026: Andrew Oscypala Norman Brem Robert Pattison Joann Sands Andrew Beehler Matthew Wasierski William Weber Ayes: 4 Noes: 0 Abstain: 0 Motion Carried
Carried, 4–0 · Moved by Supervisor Dickson, seconded by Councilmember Robertson
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Motion by Supervisor Dickson, seconded by Councilmember Sherman, to appoint Sara Nicholas- Hamp to the position of full time Assistant Director of Finance effective August 18, 2026, at a Group 9, Step 4 $76,470.29 noting this appointment is contingent upon the receipt of all necessary screenings and onboarding paperwork, to be paid from account code 01131000.50137. Ayes: 4 Noes: 0 Abstain: 0 Motion Carried
Carried, 4–0 · Moved by Supervisor Dickson, seconded by Councilmember Sherman
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Motion by Supervisor Dickson, seconded by Councilmember Sherman, to authorize the Supervisor to execute the contract with PPR Energy Solutions for the installation of two ChargePoint electric vehicle charging stations at the Town Soccer Complex for the amount of $57,440.72 noting funding has been awarded to fully cover the cost of the project through a combination of NYSEG Make Ready Program funds ($27,240.00) and New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Zero-Emission Vehicle (ZEV) Grant funds ($31,475.70). 3 WEST SENECA COURT ROOM TOWN BOARD 1250 Union Road Minutes Meeting # 2026-14 West Seneca, NY 14224 July 27, 2026 On the question, Councilmember Sherman noted…
Carried, 4–0 · Moved by Supervisor Dickson, seconded by Councilmember Sherman
Page 3 of the minutes, motion 8 (full wording); vote on page 4, motion 8
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Motion by Supervisor Dickson, seconded by Councilmember Breidenstein, to schedule a public hearing to hear public comments on the new local law, the addition of Article IX to Chapter 109 Taxation, a veteran exemption dealing with permanent and total disabilities. Town Clerk Newton stated the first available date would be August 24th or the next would be September 14th. Supervisor Dickson stated that he would prefer August 24th. Ayes: 4 Noes: 0 Abstain: 0 Motion Carried
Carried, 4–0 · 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 Lease and Professional Services Agreement with the West Seneca Chamber of Commerce. Mr. Trapp stated there is no change in the costs. Councilmember Breidenstein and Supervisor Dickson disclosed that they were members of the Chamber of Commerce, but hold no roles of authority. Ayes: 4 Noes: 0 Abstain: 0 Motion Carried
Carried, 4–0 · Moved by Supervisor Dickson, seconded by Councilmember Robertson
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Motion by Supervisor Dickson, seconded by Councilmember Breidenstein, to return $55,000 of the escrow account to 1000 Queen's Grant, LLC pending the execution of all settlement documents. Ayes: 4 Noes: 0 Abstain: 0 Motion Carried
Carried, 4–0 · Moved by Supervisor Dickson, seconded by Councilmember Breidenstein
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Motion by Supervisor Dickson, seconded by Councilmember Robertson, to authorize the Highway Superintendent to execute the purchase of a new 2026 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD with plow for $59,038.00 on Erie County Contract #240059-004 noting this truck will be used in the Buildings and Grounds Department and paid from the 2026 Buildings and Grounds Equipment line 01711000.50200. Ayes: 4 Noes: 0 Abstain: 0 Motion Carried
Carried, 4–0 · Moved by Supervisor Dickson, seconded by Councilmember Robertson
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Motion by Supervisor Dickson, seconded by Councilmember Robertson, to approve the following Bridge NY resolution for P.I.N. 5765.16, Greymont Avenue over Ebenezer Brook, authorizing the implementation and funding of 100% of the costs of a transportation project, of which qualified costs may be reimbursed from Bridge NY Funds: WHEREAS, a project for the Town of West Seneca, Greymont Avenue over Ebenezer Brook, P.I.N. 5765.16 (the "Project"), is eligible for reimbursement of qualified costs from Bridge NY funding, which provides for the post-reimbursement apportionment of qualified costs to be borne at the ratio of 100% Bridge NY funds and 0% non-Bridge NY funds; and WHEREAS, the Town of Wes…
Carried, 4–0 · Moved by Supervisor Dickson, seconded by Councilmember Robertson
Page 5 of the minutes, motion 13 (full wording); vote on page 6, motion 13
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Motion by Supervisor Dickson, seconded by Councilmember Sherman, to approve the attached 2025 year-end budget transfers. Ayes: 4 Noes: 0 Abstain: 0 Motion Carried
Carried, 4–0 · Moved by Supervisor Dickson, seconded by Councilmember Sherman
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Motion by Supervisor Dickson, seconded by Councilmember Sherman, to approve the vouchers submitted for audit, chargeable to the respected funds as follows: 6 WEST SENECA COURT ROOM TOWN BOARD 1250 Union Road Minutes Meeting # 2026-14 West Seneca, NY 14224 July 27, 2026 General Fund: $ 182,845.17 Highway Fund: $ 64,730.21 Capital Fund: $ 42,638.43 Trust & Agency Fund: $2,300 Sewer Districts: $ 10,056.79 Water Districts: $ 0.00 Drainage District: $ 0.00 Gas Conversion Lighting Districts: $ 60.75 Electric Lighting Districts: $ 11,010.89 Total: $ 313,642.24 Ayes: 4 Noes: 0 Abstain: 0 Motion Carried
Carried, 4–0 · Moved by Supervisor Dickson, seconded by Councilmember Sherman
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Motion by Supervisor Dickson, seconded by Councilmember Breidenstein, to enter into executive session at 6:59 P.M. to discuss the proposed sale of real property and matters relating to the discipline of two particular persons. Ayes: 4 Noes: 0 Abstain: 0 Motion Carried
Carried, 4–0 · Moved by Supervisor Dickson, seconded by Councilmember Breidenstein
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Motion by Councilmember Breidenstein, seconded by Councilmember Sherman, to exit executive session and return to the open meeting at 7:48 P.M. Ayes: 4 Noes: 0 Abstain: 0 Motion Carried
Carried, 4–0 · Moved by Councilmember Breidenstein, seconded by Councilmember Sherman
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Motion by Councilmember Breidenstein, seconded by Councilmember Robertson, to adjourn the meeting at 7:48 P.M. Ayes: 4 Noes: 0 Abstain: 0 Motion Carried
Carried, 4–0 · Moved by Councilmember Breidenstein, seconded by Councilmember Robertson
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• Motion to open Public Hearing: Tronolone • Second: Lang • Vote: Ayes: 5, Noes: 0
Carried, 5–0, seconded by Lang
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Approval of Proofs of Publication • Motion: Greenan • Second: Lang • Vote: Ayes: 5, Noes: 0
Carried, 5–0, seconded by Lang
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Approval of Minutes from previous meeting • Minutes approved for June 2026 • Motion: Tronolone • Second: Bedient • Vote: Ayes: 5, Noes: 0
Carried, 5–0, seconded by Bedient
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OLD BUSINESS • 2026-022 — 29 Class Avenue (Applicant absent second consecutive month) o Motion to table to end of meeting: Tronolone o Second: Bedient o Vote: Ayes: 5, Noes: 0
Carried, 5–0, seconded by Bedient
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• Close public hearing and grant variance as requested. • Motion: Greenan • Second: Tronolone • Vote: Ayes: 5, Noes: 0
Carried, 5–0, seconded by Tronolone
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• Approve variance as requested. • Motion: Stachowski • Second: Bedient • Vote: Ayes: 5, Noes: 0
Carried, 5–0, seconded by Bedient
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• Approve variance as requested. • Motion: Tronolone • Second: Greenan • Vote: Ayes: 5, Noes: 0
Carried, 5–0, seconded by Greenan
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• Approve variance as requested. • Motion: Bedient • Second: Lang • Vote: Ayes: 5, Noes: 0
Carried, 5–0, seconded by Lang
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• Approve variance as requested. • Motion: Bedient • Second: Lang • Vote: Ayes: 5, Noes: 0
Carried, 5–0, seconded by Lang
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1. Neighborhood character/detriment: No; typical pool/deck configuration; minimal external impact. 2. Feasible alternatives: Alternatives (no deck or different side) reduce functionality; requested design streamlines safe access. 3. Substantiality: Numerically substantial (10 ft to 0 ft), but contextually not substantial due to design purpose, safety gate, and negligible neighborhood impact. 4. Adverse physical/environmental impacts: None unique; deck placement around above- ground pool comparable to customary layouts. 5. Self-created difficulty: Yes, but not determinative. OLD BUSINESS (Return) • 2026-022 — 29 Class Avenue o Applicant did not appear (third scheduled att…
Carried, 5–0, seconded by Beattie
Page 5 of the minutes, motion 10 (full wording); vote on page 6, motion 10
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• Motion to close Public Hearing: Tronolone • Second: Bedient • Vote: Ayes: 5, Noes: 0
Carried, 5–0, seconded by Bedient
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Motion by Supervisor Dickson, seconded by Councilmember Breidenstein, to accept the agenda as published with the following changes: - move the full time appointments to the front of the agenda, Personnel item nos. 3, 7, 11, and 12 - add an amendment to old business - add a walk-on item for the Recreation Department, Personnel item no. 13 Ayes: 4 Noes: 0 Abstain: 0 Motion Carried
Carried, 4–0 · Moved by Supervisor Dickson, seconded by Councilmember Breidenstein
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Motion by Supervisor Dickson, seconded by Councilmember Sherman, to approve Meeting Minutes 2026-12 of June 29, 2026. Ayes: 4 Noes: 0 Abstain: 0 Motion Carried
Carried, 4–0 · Moved by Supervisor Dickson, seconded by Councilmember Sherman
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Motion by Supervisor Dickson, seconded by Councilmember Robertson, to amend the SEQR resolution passed at the June 29, 2026, Town Board meeting and adopt the following:
Carried · Moved by Supervisor Dickson, seconded by Councilmember Robertson
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3. And is therefore not subject to further review under 6 NYCRR Part 617. Ayes: 4 Noes: 0 Abstain: 0 Motion Carried
Carried, 4–0
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Motion by Supervisor Dickson, seconded by Councilmember Breidenstein, to open the public hearing. Ayes: 4 Noes: 0 Abstain: 0 Motion Carried
Carried, 4–0 · Moved by Supervisor Dickson, seconded by Councilmember Breidenstein
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Motion by Supervisor Dickson, seconded by Councilmember Breidenstein, to close the public hearing. Ayes: 4 Noes: 0 Abstain: 0 Motion Carried
Carried, 4–0 · Moved by Supervisor Dickson, seconded by Councilmember Breidenstein
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Motion by Supervisor Dickson, seconded by Councilmember Sherman, to approve the request to rezone property located at 1475 Orchard Park Road and change its classification from R-75 to C-2 to permit a sewing shop in the existing church building in the Town of West Seneca. Ayes: 4 Noes: 0 Abstain: 0 Motion Carried
Carried, 4–0 · 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: 4 Noes: 0 Abstain: 0 Motion Carried
Carried, 4–0 · Moved by Supervisor Dickson, seconded by Councilmember Robertson
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Motion by Supervisor Dickson, seconded by Councilmember Robertson, to close the public hearing. Ayes: 4 Noes: 0 Abstain: 0 Motion Carried
Carried, 4–0 · Moved by Supervisor Dickson, seconded by Councilmember Robertson
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Motion by Supervisor Dickson, seconded by Councilmember Breidenstein, to approve the request for a special permit for property located at 5700 Seneca Street for the service of alcohol and outdoor mini golf in the Town of West Seneca. Ayes: 4 Noes: 0 Abstain: 0 Motion Carried
Carried, 4–0 · 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 Councilman Marc D. Priore effective July 10, 2026. Ayes: 4 Noes: 0 Abstain: 0 Motion Carried
Carried, 4–0 · Moved by Supervisor Dickson, seconded by Councilmember Robertson