Council approves Implementation of 100% Disabled Veterans Tax Exemption, 5–0

Implementation of 100% Disabled Veterans Tax Exemption

5 yes, 0 no

Daniel Kozub (yes), Elizabeth Farrell Lorentz (yes), Nicholas Ortiz (yes), Lynne Dixon (yes), Frank Bogulski (yes)

Approval of Minutes

0 yes, 0 no

Budget-Related Resolutions (4.7 through 4.15)

0 yes, 0 no

Police Disposal of Police Vehicle

0 yes, 0 no

Plumbing Exam Authorization

0 yes, 0 no

Transition from Granicus to CivicPlus

0 yes, 0 no

Amend 2026 Schedule of Fines and Penalties

0 yes, 0 no

Personnel Action Forms (PAF - Police & Youth/Rec/Senior Services)

0 yes, 0 no

Cutting and Removal of Dead Trees

0 yes, 0 no

Highmark Corner Community Destination Concepts SEQR Resolution

0 yes, 0 no

Highmark Corner Community Destination Concepts Adoption

0 yes, 0 no

Taylor Road Alcohol Waiver Request

0 yes, 0 no

Town of Hamburg Short-Term Rental Law SEQR Resolution

0 yes, 0 no

Short-Term Rental Fees and Law Adoption

0 yes, 0 no

Senior and Community Center Change Orders

0 yes, 0 no

Updated Title VI Plan for Senior Citizen Transportation Service

0 yes, 0 no

Town of Hamburg Employee Manual

0 yes, 0 no

Live Barn, Inc. Agreement

0 yes, 0 no

Briad Development Traveler Center

Intersection of Southwestern Blvd and Big Tree Road

An 8,700 sq-ft traveler center featuring quick-service restaurants and fuel pumps at Southwestern Blvd and Big Tree Road.

still pending

Parker Road Subdivision

West side of Parker Road, south of Big Tree Road

A proposed subdivision on the west side of Parker Road, pending a positive SEQRA findings resolution.

still pending

Kluckhohn Subdivision

6670 Taylor Road

A preliminary plat approval request for a 2-lot residential subdivision on Taylor Road.

still pending

All Seasons VM Storage

5225 Southwestern Blvd

Ten commercial flex warehouse buildings with parking and utility improvements on Southwestern Blvd.

still pending

Our Mother of Good Counsel Church Addition

3688 South Park Ave, Village of Blasdell

Building additions and exterior improvements at the church in Blasdell.

still pending

Automated Coffee Shop

0 Southwestern Blvd

A 400 sq-ft automated coffee shop with drive-thru service on a vacant parcel.

still pending

Wetzl Property Rezoning

East and south of 4255 McKinley Parkway

Discussion of the draft Final Environmental Impact Statement for a property rezoning proposal near McKinley Parkway.

Discussed — no decision yet

Highmark Corner Community Destination Concepts

The board reviewed resolutions to append Highmark Corner destination concepts to the town's comprehensive plan.

Discussed — no decision yet

Wetzl Development Rezoning and Environmental Impact Statement

The board is diving into the environmental impact statement for a rezoning project near McKinley Parkway, balancing growth with environmental protection.

What it means: The developer and future occupants or businesses utilizing the rezoned property.

Raised 2 times this week

Proposed Data Center Moratorium

A proposed local law would establish a one-year moratorium on new large-scale data centers in the town to study land use and infrastructure impacts.

What it means: Residents concerned about local power grid usage, noise, and development density.

2027 Town and Fire District Budgets

The town presented its 2027 proposed budget featuring a 2.93% tax increase while eliminating fund balance usage in major funds to ensure long-term fiscal stability.

What it means: Proposes a 2.93% tax increase for town-outside-village residents.

Short-Term Rental Regulations and Fees

The town adopted a new short-term rental law requiring a $500 application fee and $1,500 permit fee to give code enforcement and police the legal authority to regulate and penalize unruly absentee-owned Airbnbs in residential neighborhoods.

What it means: Generates revenue via $500 application fees and $1,500 permit fees.

Benderson Development Tree Clearing and Drainage on Camp Road

Residents voiced strong opposition during public comment to a proposed clear-cutting of 30 acres at the former Leisure Land site by Benderson, citing environmental and neighborhood impacts.

What it means: Local residents advocating for environmental preservation and green space protection.

All Seasons VM Storage Commercial Warehouses

A proposal for ten commercial flex warehouse buildings on Southwestern Boulevard is up for review, which could expand local business space but also change the look of the corridor.

What it means: Local small businesses and contractors seeking commercial storage and flex space.

Briad Development Traveler Center on Big Tree Road

A developer wants to build a small traveler center with fast-food restaurants and fuel pumps at Southwestern Boulevard and Big Tree Road. Residents will have a chance to share their thoughts during a public hearing.

What it means: Travelers, local motorists, and patrons looking for quick-service dining and fuel options along the corridor.