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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Town of Hamburg public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Residential Setback Variances and Property Improvements
Homeowners secured variances to expand living arrangements for family care at Second Street and build personal storage space at Lakeview Road.
Zoning Code Amendments on Attendance and Alternates
The Planning Department is bringing forward various zoning code amendments for the board to discuss at the work session. Changes to the zoning code can affect what can be built where across the town.
Youth Services
A resolution urging New York State to amend criminal procedure law for repeat juvenile offenders and restore judicial discretion — a statement to state government, not a town law change.
Woodlawn Gateway Brownfield Opportunity Area plan
The board may designate itself lead agency for the Hamburg Woodlawn Gateway Brownfield Opportunity Area plan and set a public hearing, moving redevelopment planning for this corridor forward.
Tim Tam Trail stop sign request
A request for a stop sign on Tim Tam Trail was on the agenda. The board often weighs sight lines, speeds, and crash history before recommending signs.
Riley Boulevard traffic concerns
A traffic safety matter at 3901 Jeffrey Boulevard, associated with the Penn Dixie site, was introduced. Details and outcome are not on record.
Sowles Road traffic concerns
Sowles Road was introduced as new business. The specific concern and any outcome are not on record.
Parker Road crosswalk
The board has been looking at a crosswalk on Parker Road. A marked crossing could improve pedestrian safety in the area, but no decision is on record.
Railroad quiet zones
Quiet zones would reduce train horn noise at rail crossings, but they typically require upgraded crossing safety equipment. The status of this effort is unknown.
Lakeshore Road Speed Study & Traffic Safety
Lakeview Road was again before the board. The nature of the concern and any outcome are not on record.
Senior and Community Center Construction
Change orders added $280,093 to the project budget, but the gymnasium steel is up and the building is becoming visible — residents are encouraged to check out the site.
Unsafe Building Demolition at 5036 Lakeshore Road
Demolition of the unsafe Lakeshore Road house is on hold while the owner repairs it under nine strict conditions — including a new roof by June 30, 2027 — or the town will tear it down.
McKinley Parkway Improvements
Erie County is repaving and upgrading McKinley Parkway with drainage, pedestrian and signal improvements; the town signed on to a cooperative agreement.
Town Hall East Wing & ADA Renovation
The town is bidding out a renovation of town hall's east wing, ADA holding cells and bathrooms; bids open November 12.