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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Motion by Supervisor Dickson, seconded by Councilmember Sherman, to promote and change the title of the following employees from Recreation Aid to Lifeguard at the pay rate listed below noting these candidates have successfully completed the requirement to become a certified Lifeguard: Dylan Russell- $18.00 per hour Kyle Morris- $18.00 per hour Kayla Schoenhardt- $18.00 per hour Adam Skrzypczyk- $18.00 per hour Jacob St. John- $18.00 per hour Luke Blatchley- $18.00 per hour Juliana Giammaresi- $18.00 per hour Owen Milley- $18.00 per hour. 5 WEST SENECA COURT ROOM TOWN BOARD 1250 Union Road Minutes Meeting # 2026-12 West Seneca, NY 14224 June 29, 2026 Ayes: 5 Noes: 0 Abstain: 0 Mot…
Carried, 5–0 · Moved by Supervisor Dickson, seconded by Councilmember Sherman
Page 5 of the minutes, motion 14 (full wording); vote on page 6, motion 14
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Motion by Supervisor Dickson, seconded by Councilmember Sherman, to appoint the following part- time Recreation Department employees with seasonal status at the rates of pay as listed effective June 30, 2026: Recreation Aid Caleb Vreeland- $16.00 per hour Macen Fontana- $16.00 per hour Gabriel Cercone- $16.00 per hour Madelyn Wojcik- $16.00 per hour Graham Vosseller- $16.00 per hour Olivia Stalker- $16.00 per hour Jordan Lindsay- $16.00 per hour Kaley Szalay- $16.00 per hour Nicholas Sobczyk- $16.00 per hour 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 endorse and adopt the New York Association of Towns Bill of Rights and affirms its commitment to the principles set forth therein: TOWN OF WEST SENECA A RESOLUTION IN SUPPORT OF THE NEW YORK ASSOCIATION OF TOWNS BILL OF RIGHTS WHEREAS, town government which has been long established under State law as providing services essential to the vitality of New York State, including but not limited to maintaining and repairing roads, protecting neighborhoods and businesses, guiding economic development, and serving as the first line of defense, communication, and safety for residents of our community every day of the year; and W…
Carried, 5–0 · Moved by Supervisor Dickson, seconded by Councilmember Robertson
Page 6 of the minutes, motion 16 (full wording); vote on page 7, motion 16
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Motion by Supervisor Dickson, seconded by Councilmember Robertson, to adopt the attached standard work days for elected and appointed officials and report the information to the New York State and Local Retirement System based on their record of activities. Ayes: 4 Noes: 0 Abstain: 1 Motion Carried
Carried, 4–0, 1 abstaining · Moved by Supervisor Dickson, seconded by Councilmember Robertson
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Motion by Supervisor Dickson, seconded by Councilmember Priore, to authorize the Highway Superintendent to execute the purchase of a used demo model 2021 Bandit SG-75 Stump Grinder from ADMAR Construction Equipment in the amount of $47,000.00 noting funds are available in the 2026 Highway Equipment Budget Line 02511000.5200. Ayes: 5 Noes: 0 Abstain: 0 Motion Carried
Carried, 5–0 · Moved by Supervisor Dickson, seconded by Councilmember Priore
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Motion by Supervisor Dickson, seconded by Councilmember Sherman, to approve the following SEQR determination: We have reviewed the project regarding the State Environmental Quality Review (SEQR) process for the construction of a new salt storage building. We believe this work shall be considered as a Type II Action per the criteria set forth in 6NYCRR Part 617.5 (c) which constitutes: (2) “replacement, rehabilitation or reconstruction of a structure or facility, in kind, on the same site, including upgrading buildings to meet building or fire codes, unless such action meets or exceeds any of the thresholds in the section 617.4 of this Part;” Type II Actions are actions which have been det…
Carried, 5–0 · Moved by Supervisor Dickson, seconded by Councilmember Sherman
Page 8 of the minutes, motion 19 (full wording)
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Motion by Supervisor Dickson, seconded by Councilmember Priore, to adopt the following Local Share Resolution: WHEREAS, the Town of West Seneca is intending to submit a grant application to the New York State Environmental Conservation (NYS DEC) for a Water Quality Improvement Project (WQIP) grant to construct a new salt storage building at the Town’s Highway Department site; and WHEREAS, the total estimated cost of the project is $544,000; and 8 WEST SENECA COURT ROOM TOWN BOARD 1250 Union Road Minutes Meeting # 2026-12 West Seneca, NY 14224 June 29, 2026 WHEREAS, if successful in receiving an award, the grant will cover up to 75% of the total project costs; WHEREAS, the WQIP prog…
Carried, 5–0 · Moved by Supervisor Dickson, seconded by Councilmember Priore
Page 8 of the minutes, motion 20 (full wording); vote on page 9, motion 20
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Motion by Supervisor Dickson, seconded by Councilmember Robertson, to authorize the bidding for structural and miscellaneous repairs at the Plant 6 Sewer Facility. 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 bid in the amount of $80,906.82 from Falls Dodge, Inc. dba Joe Cecconi’s Chrysler Complex for the purchase of two (2) new 2026 Dodge Durango police vehicles models meeting the required specifications, and noting there are sufficient funds in the 2026 police vehicle line item (50208) to cover this expense. 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 Priore, to authorize the West Seneca Police Department to enter into an agreement with Auctions International, Inc., 11167 Big Tree Road, East Aurora, NY 14052, for the sale and disposal of old police vehicles as listed and that all funds generated are placed into the police budgetary line 50199 “Police Overtime” to help offset overtime costs incurred during the 2026 budget year. The following vehicles will be sold at auction: 9 WEST SENECA COURT ROOM TOWN BOARD 1250 Union Road Minutes Meeting # 2026-12 West Seneca, NY 14224 June 29, 2026 2020 Ford Explorer VIN 1FM5K8AB6LGA41674 2020 Ford Explorer VIN 1FM5K8AB6LGA20212 2022 Do…
Carried, 5–0 · Moved by Supervisor Dickson, seconded by Councilmember Priore
Page 9 of the minutes, motion 23 (full wording); vote on page 10, motion 23
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Motion by Supervisor Dickson, seconded by Councilmember Priore, to authorize the following 2025 budget amendment for the use of revenue from the Police PTS Grant awarded to the Police Department: WHEREAS, the Town of West Seneca Police received a Police PTS Grant from New York State in the amount of $13,102.57; and WHEREAS, the payments received from this grant on June 12, 2025, July 17, 2025 and November 10, 2025 have been recognized as revenue in the General Fund as State Aid - Police , account 01000100.43490: NOW, THEREFORE, be it RESOLVED, that the Town Board does hereby authorize the 2025 budget amendment to increase Police State Aid Income by $13,102.57 for the receipt of the Polic…
Carried, 5–0 · Moved by Supervisor Dickson, seconded by Councilmember Priore
Page 10 of the minutes, motion 24 (full wording)
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Motion by Supervisor Dickson, seconded by Councilmember Sherman, to authorize the following 2026 budget amendment for the use of revenue from the JCAP Grant awarded to the Justice Department: WHEREAS, the Town of West Seneca Courts received a JCAP Grant from New York State in the amount of $10,000.00; and WHEREAS, the payments received from this grant in May 2026 have been recognized as revenue in the General Fund as State Aid - JCAP, account 01000100.43042: NOW, THEREFORE, be it 10 WEST SENECA COURT ROOM TOWN BOARD 1250 Union Road Minutes Meeting # 2026-12 West Seneca, NY 14224 June 29, 2026 RESOLVED, that the Town Board does hereby authorize the 2026 budget amendment to increase…
Carried, 5–0 · Moved by Supervisor Dickson, seconded by Councilmember Sherman
Page 10 of the minutes, motion 25 (full wording); vote on page 11, motion 25
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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: General Fund: $ 250,144.68 Highway Fund: $ 482,019.72 Capital Fund: $ 492,158.06 Trust & Agency Fund: $357.39 Sewer Districts: $ 51,858.11 Water Districts: $ 0.00 Drainage District: $ 0.00 Gas Conversion Lighting Districts: $ 146.17 Electric Lighting Districts: $ 12,456.95 Total: $ 1,289,141.08 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 receive and file the Town Clerk Monthly report for May 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 receive and file the Building & Plumbing Reports for May 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 receive and file the Capital Project Report for May 2026. 11 WEST SENECA COURT ROOM TOWN BOARD 1250 Union Road Minutes Meeting # 2026-12 West Seneca, NY 14224 June 29, 2026 Ayes: 5 Noes: 0 Abstain: 0 Motion Carried
Carried, 5–0 · Moved by Supervisor Dickson, seconded by Councilmember Robertson
Page 11 of the minutes, motion 29; vote on page 12, motion 29
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Motion by Mr. Szablewski, seconded by Ms. Duffy, to approve the Environmental Commission meeting minutes from May 21, 2026. Ayes: All Noes: None Abstain: None Motion: Carried
Carried unanimously · Moved by Mr. Szablewski, seconded by Ms. Duffy
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Motion by Chairperson Amadon, seconded by Ms. Duffy to approve Barb Lipiew as Associate Member. Ayes: All Noes: None Abstain: None Motion: Carried
Carried unanimously · Moved by Chairperson Amadon, seconded by Ms. Duffy
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Motion by Mr. Szablewski, seconded by Ms. Duffy, to direct Chairperson Amadon to draft a formal letter to the Town Board recommending a review of the environmental and economic impacts of data centers and consideration of actions such as a one-year moratorium and/or zoning changes. Ayes: All Noes: None Abstain: None Motion: Carried
Carried unanimously · Moved by Mr. Szablewski, seconded by Ms. Duffy
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Motion by Supervisor Dickson, seconded by Councilmember Breidenstein, to accept the agenda as published and vote on Personnel Item Nos. 1 and 2 together. 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 Priore, to terminate James McParlane as a Buildings and Grounds Laborer and appoint him as a Buildings and Grounds Working Crew Chief Group 6, Step 5 at a rate of $38.54 per hour effective June 19, 2026, as per the Blue Collar Contract. Ayes: 4 Noes: 0 Abstain: 0 Motion Carried
Carried, 4–0 · Moved by Supervisor Dickson, seconded by Councilmember Priore
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Motion by Supervisor Dickson, seconded by Councilmember Sherman, to appoint the following part- time Recreation Department employees with seasonal status at the rates of pay as listed effective June 19, 2026: Recreation Aid Dylan Russell- $16 per hour Kayla Schoenhardt- $16 per hour Kendall Schieber- $16 per hour Elijah Lipiew- $16 per hour Evan Paul- $16 per hour Quinn Mcnerney- $16 per hour Anthony Arrigo- $16 per hour Kyle Morris- $16 per hour 1 WEST SENECA Community Center and Library DRAFT TOWN BOARD 1300 Union Road Minutes Special Meeting West Seneca, NY 14224 June 18, 2026 Recreation Attendant Liam Okeefe- $17.50 per hour Xavier Mohamed- $17 per hour Linda Okeefe- $17.50 per h…
Carried, 4–0 · Moved by Supervisor Dickson, seconded by Councilmember Sherman
Page 1 of the minutes, motion 3 (full wording); vote on page 2, motion 3
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Motion by Supervisor Dickson, seconded by Councilmember Sherman, to promote the following employees and change their titles from Recreation Aid to Lifeguard at the pay rate listed below noting the candidates have successfully completed the requirements to become certified Lifeguards: Brendan Carrol- $18.50 per hour Sophia Margarone- $18.50 per hour Lily Robertson- $18.50 per hour Sophie Roberston- $18.50 per hour Brooke Weber- $18.50 per hour Jack Keane- $18.50 per hour 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: Margaret Bebak - Seconded by: Eric Sailer - Ayes: All present - Noes: 0 - Abstain: 0 - Motion carried.
Carried unanimously, seconded by Eric Sailer
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◦Motion by: Margaret Bebak - Seconded by: Tim Hayes - Ayes: All present - Noes: 0 - Abstain: 0 - Motion carried.
Carried unanimously, seconded by Tim Hayes
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◦Motion by: Margaret Bebak, To Table item - Seconded by: Joseph Sherman - Ayes: All present - Noes: 0 - Abstain: 0 - Motion carried.
Carried unanimously, seconded by Joseph Sherman
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◦Motion by: Margaret Bebak to recommend rezoning to C-2 limited to the rear, brick school building; later amended to identify “the school building in the back, the brick school building,” with a no specific legal description - Seconded by: William Wise - Recommendation: Recommend approval to the Town Board with limitations as stated - Ayes: All present - Noes: 0 - Abstain: 0 - Motion carried.
Carried unanimously, seconded by William Wise
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◦Motion by: Margaret Bebak to table approval until final plans are submitted, incorporating board comments - Seconded by: Joseph Sherman - Ayes: All present - Noes: 0 - Abstain: 0 - Motion carried.
Carried unanimously, seconded by Joseph Sherman
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◦Motion by: Margaret Bebak to recommend to the Town Board approval of the special permit for service of alcohol at the mini-golf, with recommendations to: Approve special permit with fencing recommendations along the north side contiguous to neighboring greenhouse property and more decorative fencing (possibly stone pillars with fencing between pillars along Transit Road). -Seconded by: Mark Beehler - Ayes: All present - Noes: None stated - Abstain: None stated - Motion carried.
Carried unanimously, seconded by Mark Beehler
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◦Motion by Maragaret Bebak to table the site plan approval until the engineering is complete. -Seconded by: James Frick - Ayes: All present - Noes: 0 - Abstain: 0 - Motion carried.
Carried unanimously · Moved by Maragaret Bebak, seconded by James Frick
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◦Motion by: Margaret Bebak to approve the site plan as presented - Seconded by: Joseph Sherman - Ayes: All present - Noes: 0 - Abstain: 0 (with noted recusal by Jim Frick) - Motion carried.
Carried unanimously · Moved by Jim Frick, seconded by Joseph Sherman
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◦ Motion by: Margaret Bebak to table for final site plan approval, pending incorporation of board comments. -Seconded by: Joseph Sherman - Ayes: All present - Noes: 0 - Abstain: 0 - Motion carried.
Carried unanimously, seconded by Joseph Sherman
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Motion by Chairperson Leonard, seconded by Mr. Gillman, to approve the April 2026 and May 2026 meeting minutes. Ayes: All Noes: None Abstain: None Motion: Carried
Carried unanimously · Moved by Chairperson Leonard, seconded by Mr. Gillman
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Motion by Supervisor Dickson, seconded by Councilmember Sherman, to move the appointments of Brennan Garvey and Marc Priore to the front of the agenda, and group the Communications to be Voted On items in one motion. 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 approve Meeting Minutes 2026-10 of May 28, 2026. Ayes: 3 Noes: 0 Abstain: 2 Motion Carried
Carried, 3–0, 2 abstaining · Moved by Supervisor Dickson, seconded by Councilmember Breidenstein
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Motion by Councilmember Breidenstein, seconded by Councilmember Robertson, to adopt the following resolution and appoint Marc Priore as a Town Council Member to fill the vacant term effective immediately: WHEREAS, the Town Board of the Town of West Seneca traditionally operates with five members, inclusive of the Town Supervisor, and WHEREAS, due to the resignation of one Town Board member, there currently is a vacancy on the Town Board, and WHEREAS, it is within the authority of the Town Board to select an individual to fill such seat pending the general election in November 2026 at which time such appointee shall have the right to seek election for the remainder of the unexpired term of…
Carried, 4–0 · Moved by Councilmember Breidenstein, seconded by Councilmember Robertson
Page 2 of the minutes, motion 3 (full wording)
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Motion by Supervisor Dickson, seconded by Councilmember Robertson, to accept the retirement of Donald Bebak from his position as the Working Crew Chief for Buildings and Grounds Department after 29 years of service, noting his official retirement date will be May 29, 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 Brennan Garvey as a full time Buildings & Grounds Laborer, Group 1, Step 1 at a rate of $25.92 per hour, effective June 9, 2026, to be paid from the Buildings & Grounds full-time account line 001-7110-0144-0000- 0000. 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 change the status of the following Recreation Department employees from part-time to part-time seasonal, effective June 10, 2026, at the designated hourly rates listed below: Recreation Leader Erin Sullivan -$21 per hour Nate Mellerski -$22 per hour 3 WEST SENECA COURT ROOM TOWN BOARD 1250 Union Road Minutes Meeting # 2026-11 West Seneca, NY 14224 June 8, 2026 Chris Mellerski -$22 per hour Hanna Dylik -$22 per hour Aiden Czaja -$22 per hour Ava Rivarola -$21 per hour Recreation Attendant Isobel Bucki - $18.50 per hour Nancy Birkmeyer $18.50 per hour Kennedy Louth $18.50 per hour Hayden Zarbo- $18 per hour Olivia Hun…
Carried, 5–0 · Moved by Supervisor Dickson, seconded by Councilmember Sherman
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 Sherman, to increase the rate of pay for Recreation Attendant Adelyn Louth to $17.50 per hour effective June 10, 2026. Ayes: 5 Noes: 0 Abstain: 0 Motion Carried
Carried, 5–0 · Moved by Supervisor Dickson, seconded by Councilmember Sherman