Councilmember· 2026-2028
Nicholas Ortiz
Town of Hamburg
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- Meetings spoken in
- 10
- Total speaking time
- 13:29
- Avg per meeting
- 1:21
- Segments
- 174
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Top issues during term (20)
Parker Road Residential Subdivision
Fifty-nine new homes would add to the town's tax base but also increase demand for schools and services.
2027 Town and Fire District Budgets
Amounts are detailed in the budget documents attached to the agenda.
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.
Residential Setback Variances and Property Improvements
Increases private property utility and potential capital value.
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.
Benderson Development Tree Clearing and Drainage on Camp Road
None directly determined at this stage.
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.
Town of Hamburg Ambulance District Establishment
The district itself doesn't set a new tax yet, but it sets up a dedicated funding mechanism for ambulance service.
All Seasons VM Storage Commercial Warehouses
Private capital investment adding commercial storage and flex space inventory to the town's tax base.
Proposed Data Center Moratorium
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Town-Wide Drainage and Stormwater Management District
The district creates a dedicated funding source for stormwater infrastructure; costs to property owners were not detailed.
Camp Road corridor safety
Lakeshore Road Speed Study & Traffic Safety
Funded through existing account DB5110.0205.
Senior and Community Center Construction
Project budget increased by $280,093.30 through the change orders.
Retail Cannabis Dispensary Security and Design at Lakeshore Road
Generates local business investment and potential retail sales activity along Lakeshore Road.
Proposed Short-Term Rental Law
Permit and inspection fees will apply to operators; an estimated 100+ existing rentals will need to register.
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.
Mission Hills Phase IV Dumpster Locations
Minor administrative costs associated with amended site plan review and public hearing notices.
Southtowns Early Learning Nest Daycare Approval
Private investment in commercial property and increased local childcare availability.
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 (647)
Recorded while Ortiz was in office — not necessarily decisions they moved, spoke to, or voted on.
Approval of Previous Meeting Minutes
Data Center Moratorium Local Law
Woodlawn Gateway BOA Plan — Lead Agency and Public Hearing
Amendments to the 2027 Supervisor's Budget
Order Establishing the Town of Hamburg Ambulance District
Resolution Urging State to Restore Judicial Discretion for Repeat Juvenile Offenders
Out-of-Town Travel Request — Police
Budget Transfers and Amendments (Resolutions 4.9–4.14)
ECWA Collection Administrative Fee
Adoption of 2027 Planning & Engineering Fee Schedule
Twin Willow Water Service
Personnel Action Forms (Resolutions 4.18–4.19)
Police Agreement with Auctions International
Tree Removal and Demolition Awards (Resolutions 4.21–4.24)
Ice Rink Equipment Cover Design
Fisher & Associates Proposal — South Park Avenue Multimodal Design
Non-Renewal of Granicus/CARAHSOFT Contract
Network Equipment Upgrade
Audit of Cash Disbursements
Proclamation honoring Legislator John Mills
Voting record (635)
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100% Total and Permanent Disabled Veterans Exemption (RPTL §458-a(11))
Resolution to adopt tax levy override
On a motion of Lynn Dixon, seconded by Daniel Kozub, the following resolution was
On a motion of Lynn Dixon, seconded by Daniel Kozub, the following resolution was
On a motion of Elizabeth Farrell Lorentz, seconded by Frank Bogulski, the following resolution was
On a motion of Daniel Kozub, seconded by Lynn Dixon, the following resolution was
On a motion of Elizabeth Farrell Lorentz, seconded by Lynn Dixon, the following resolution was
On a motion of Nick Ortiz, seconded by Daniel Kozub, the following resolution was
On a motion of Daniel Kozub, seconded by Lynn Dixon, the following resolution was
On a motion of Elizabeth Farrell Lorentz, seconded by Lynn Dixon, the following resolution was
On a motion of Elizabeth Farrell Lorentz, seconded by Frank Bogulski, the following resolution was
On a motion of Daniel Kozub, seconded by Elizabeth Farrell Lorentz, the following resolution was
On a motion of Frank Bogulski, seconded by Lynn Dixon, the following resolution was Block voting 4.11-4.14
On a motion of Frank Bogulski, seconded by Lynn Dixon, the following PFA was Block voting 4.11-4.14
On a motion of Elizabeth Farrell Lorentz, seconded by Frank Bogulski, the following resolution was
On a motion of Frank Bogulski, seconded by Daniel Kozub, the following resolution was
On a motion of Frank Bogulski, seconded by Lynn Dixon, the following PFA was Block voting 4.11-4.14
On a motion of Daniel Kozub, seconded by Lynn Dixon, the following resolution was
On a motion of Frank Bogulski, seconded by Lynn Dixon, the following resolution was Block voting 4.11-4.14
On a motion of Frank Bogulski, seconded by Lynn Dixon, the following resolution was Block voting 4.11-4.14
On a motion of Daniel Kozub, seconded by Lynn Dixon, the following resolution was
On a motion of Daniel Kozub, seconded by Elizabeth Farrell Lorentz, the following resolution was
On a motion of Daniel Kozub, seconded by Lynn Dixon, the following resolution was
On a motion of Elizabeth Farrell Lorentz, seconded by Daniel Kozub, the following resolution was
Adopt Local Law 17, 2026 — Highmark Corner Comprehensive Plan Amendment
Adopt Local Law 16, 2026 — Short-Term Rentals
Adopt Tax Levy Override (Local Law 15, 2026)
The levy is a necessity given historical fiscal conditions