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Town Supervisor· 2026-2028

Elizabeth Farrell Lorentz

Town of Hamburg

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At a glance

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Term ending Dec 31, 2028.

Voice

Meetings spoken in
18
Total speaking time
5:13:44
Avg per meeting
17:26
Segments
4081

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Top issues during term (20)

critical↑Aug 2026[53]

Parker Road Residential Subdivision

Fifty-nine new homes would add to the town's tax base but also increase demand for schools and services.

critical↑Oct 2026[43]

2027 Town and Fire District Budgets

Amounts are detailed in the budget documents attached to the agenda.

critical→Apr 2026[42]

Battery Energy Storage System Proposal at 6433 Railroad Avenue

The project could provide host community agreement and PILOT revenues shared among the town, county, and school district, though exact figures remain to be negotiated.

critical↑Feb 2026[37]

Briad Development Traveler Center on Big Tree Road

New commercial development could add to the town's tax base, though traffic impacts at the busy intersection remain a question.

medium↑Feb 2026[36]

Residential Setback Variances and Property Improvements

Increases private property utility and potential capital value.

high↑Oct 2026[25]

Benderson Development Tree Clearing and Drainage on Camp Road

None directly determined at this stage.

high↑Sep 2026[23]

100% Disabled Veterans Property Tax Exemption Implementation

Shifting the tax burden for exempt veteran properties to other taxpayers; the town acknowledged there is a cost.

critical→Jul 2026[22]

Town of Hamburg Ambulance District Establishment

Fiscal details are not stated in the published materials.

critical↑Feb 2026[21]

All Seasons VM Storage Commercial Warehouses

Private capital investment adding commercial storage and flex space inventory to the town's tax base.

high↑Apr 2026[21]

Proposed Data Center Moratorium

Null

high→Aug 2026[20]

Town-Wide Drainage and Stormwater Management District

The district creates a dedicated funding source for stormwater infrastructure; costs to property owners were not detailed.

medium→Aug 2026[19]

Lakeshore Road Speed Study & Traffic Safety

Funded through existing account DB5110.0205.

medium↑Oct 2026[17]

Senior and Community Center Construction

Project budget increased by $280,093.30 through the change orders.

high↓Feb 2026[16]

Retail Cannabis Dispensary Security and Design at Lakeshore Road

Generates local business investment and potential retail sales activity along Lakeshore Road.

high↑Sep 2026[15]

Proposed Short-Term Rental Law

Permit and inspection fees will apply to operators; an estimated 100+ existing rentals will need to register.

critical↓Sep 2026[15]

Proposed Real Property Tax Cap Override

Impacts all town taxpayers with potential property tax increases above the 2% statutory cap for the 2027 fiscal year.

medium↓Aug 2026[13]

Mission Hills Phase IV Dumpster Locations

Minor administrative costs associated with amended site plan review and public hearing notices.

medium↓Mar 2026[13]

Southtowns Early Learning Nest Daycare Approval

Private investment in commercial property and increased local childcare availability.

critical↓Apr 2026[13]

Industrial Shop Development on Lakeshore Road

Private capital investment in commercial warehouse construction.

medium↑Jun 2026[12]

Unsafe Building Demolition at 5036 Lakeshore Road

Repair costs fall on the property owner; the town avoids demolition costs if conditions are met.

Decisions during term (628)

Recorded while Lorentz was in office — not necessarily decisions they moved, spoke to, or voted on.

Voting record (705)

703 yes0 no2 abstained

Oldest to newest — hover a bar for the item.

Voted yesOct 19, 2026

100% Total and Permanent Disabled Veterans Exemption (RPTL §458-a(11))

Voted yesOct 19, 2026

Resolution to adopt tax levy override

Voted yesOct 5, 2026

On a motion of Lynn Dixon, seconded by Daniel Kozub, the following resolution was

Voted yesOct 5, 2026

On a motion of Lynn Dixon, seconded by Daniel Kozub, the following resolution was

Voted yesOct 5, 2026

On a motion of Daniel Kozub, seconded by Lynn Dixon, the following resolution was

Voted yesOct 5, 2026

On a motion of Elizabeth Farrell Lorentz, seconded by Frank Bogulski, the following resolution was

Voted yesOct 5, 2026

On a motion of Daniel Kozub, seconded by Lynn Dixon, the following resolution was

Voted yesOct 5, 2026

On a motion of Elizabeth Farrell Lorentz, seconded by Lynn Dixon, the following resolution was

Voted yesOct 5, 2026

On a motion of Nick Ortiz, seconded by Daniel Kozub, the following resolution was

Voted yesOct 5, 2026

On a motion of Daniel Kozub, seconded by Lynn Dixon, the following resolution was

Voted yesOct 5, 2026

On a motion of Elizabeth Farrell Lorentz, seconded by Lynn Dixon, the following resolution was

Voted yesOct 5, 2026

On a motion of Elizabeth Farrell Lorentz, seconded by Frank Bogulski, the following resolution was

Voted yesOct 5, 2026

On a motion of Daniel Kozub, seconded by Elizabeth Farrell Lorentz, the following resolution was

Voted yesOct 5, 2026

On a motion of Frank Bogulski, seconded by Lynn Dixon, the following resolution was Block voting 4.11-4.14

Voted yesOct 5, 2026

On a motion of Frank Bogulski, seconded by Lynn Dixon, the following PFA was Block voting 4.11-4.14

Voted yesOct 5, 2026

On a motion of Elizabeth Farrell Lorentz, seconded by Frank Bogulski, the following resolution was

Voted yesOct 5, 2026

On a motion of Frank Bogulski, seconded by Daniel Kozub, the following resolution was

Voted yesOct 5, 2026

On a motion of Frank Bogulski, seconded by Lynn Dixon, the following PFA was Block voting 4.11-4.14

Voted yesOct 5, 2026

On a motion of Daniel Kozub, seconded by Lynn Dixon, the following resolution was

Voted yesOct 5, 2026

On a motion of Frank Bogulski, seconded by Lynn Dixon, the following resolution was Block voting 4.11-4.14

Voted yesOct 5, 2026

On a motion of Frank Bogulski, seconded by Lynn Dixon, the following resolution was Block voting 4.11-4.14

Voted yesOct 5, 2026

On a motion of Daniel Kozub, seconded by Lynn Dixon, the following resolution was

Voted yesOct 5, 2026

On a motion of Daniel Kozub, seconded by Elizabeth Farrell Lorentz, the following resolution was

Voted yesOct 5, 2026

On a motion of Elizabeth Farrell Lorentz, seconded by Daniel Kozub, the following resolution was

Voted yesOct 5, 2026

Adopt Local Law 17, 2026 — Highmark Corner Comprehensive Plan Amendment

Voted yesOct 5, 2026

Adopt Local Law 16, 2026 — Short-Term Rentals

Voted yesOct 5, 2026

Adopt Tax Levy Override (Local Law 15, 2026)

Voted yesOct 5, 2026

On a motion of Frank Bogulski, seconded by Lynn Dixon, the following resolution was

Voted yesOct 5, 2026

Close public hearing motion Farrell Lorentz 2nd Dixon

Voted yesOct 5, 2026

On a motion of Daniel Kozub, seconded by Lynn Dixon, the following resolution was

Voted yesOct 5, 2026

On a motion of Frank Bogulski, seconded by Lynn Dixon, the following resolution was

Voted yesOct 5, 2026

On a motion of Elizabeth Farrell Lorentz, seconded by Lynn Dixon, the following resolution was

Voted yesOct 5, 2026

On a motion of Frank Bogulski, seconded by Lynn Dixon, the following resolution was

Voted yesOct 5, 2026

On a motion of Frank Bogulski, seconded by Lynn Dixon, the following PFA was

Voted yesOct 5, 2026

Open public hearing motion Farrell Lorentz 2nd Dixon

Voted yesOct 5, 2026

Close public hearing motion Farrell Lorentz 2nd Bogulski

Voted yesOct 5, 2026

On a motion of Nick Ortiz, seconded by Daniel Kozub, the following resolution was

Voted yesOct 5, 2026

On a motion of Daniel Kozub, seconded by Lynn Dixon, the following resolution was

Voted yesOct 5, 2026

On a motion of Elizabeth Farrell Lorentz, seconded by Frank Bogulski, the following resolution was

Voted yesOct 5, 2026

On a motion of Elizabeth Farrell Lorentz, seconded by Frank Bogulski, the following resolution was

Voted yesOct 5, 2026

On a motion of Frank Bogulski, seconded by Daniel Kozub, the following resolution was

Voted yesOct 5, 2026

On a motion of Frank Bogulski, seconded by Lynn Dixon, the following PFA was

Voted yesSep 28, 2026

Senior & Community Center Change Orders

Voted yesSep 28, 2026

Youth, Recreation, & Senior Services Budget Adjustment - Town Park

Voted yesSep 28, 2026

Police-Budget Admendment

Voted yesSep 28, 2026

Moratorium on Large-Scale Data Centers

Voted yesSep 28, 2026

Town of Hamburg Youth, Recreation, & Senior Services Budget Adjustment - Y.E.S. Sponsorship

Voted yesSep 28, 2026

Police/Domestic Violence-Budget Amendment Transfer-Donation

Voted yesSep 28, 2026

Police-Budget Amendment Transfer-Donation

Voted yesSep 28, 2026

PAF – Police-Beach