Amherst public meetings in 2023

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Amherst Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings on 12 area variance requests, covering setbacks, signage, building heights, and other zoning code deviations. Several items were previously adjourned and are being reconsidered. The board will also approve minutes from the November 14 meeting.

• 16 Nicole Court: standby generator 3.75 ft from south property line (requires 5 ft)
• 3030 Niagara Falls Boulevard: total signage 389.9 sq ft vs. 247.4 sq ft allowed
• 3100 Niagara Falls Boulevard: signage 1351.77 sq ft vs. 1342.77 sq ft limit set in 2021
• 5226 & 5228 Main Street: proposed building 54 ft tall vs. 45 ft max, plus other deviations
• 6812, 6814 & 6832 Main Street: building 69.4 ft from Main Street centerline vs. 115 ft required

Town Board

The Amherst Town Board will hold public hearings and vote on several zoning-related resolutions, including rezonings at 1350 Eggert Road and amendments for properties at 420 New Road and 4774 & 4780 Sheridan Drive. The board will also consider contracts for firefighters, highway fuel, and townwide hardware, along with fee increases for senior services.

• 1350 Eggert Road rezoning (Resolution 2023-623)
• Zoning map amendments for 420 New Road and 4774 & 4780 Sheridan Drive (Resolutions 2023-956, 2023-957)
• Fire Protection District contracts (Resolution 2023-1006)
• Award of bids for townwide hardware ($2023051) and truck parts ($2023054)
• Senior services fee increases (Resolution 2023-1049, 2023-1050)

Town Board

The Amherst Town Board is holding a work session to discuss agenda items, including a presentation on the 2024 insurance policies procurement by Pat Quinn of Lawley Insurance. The meeting is primarily a discussion session, with an executive session scheduled for the insurance topic.

• Presentation on 2024 Insurance Policies Procurement by Pat Quinn (Lawley Insurance)

Senior Services Advisory Board

The Amherst Senior Services Advisory Board will meet on February 14, 2024, to approve December minutes, introduce a new Town Board liaison, and discuss updates to the mission statement, bylaw clarifications, and financial disclosure forms. Reports will be provided by the Senior Services Director, Youth & Recreation Executive Director, Program Coordinator, and Representatives’ Council President.

• Mission Statement update
• By-Law clarification
• Financial Disclosure Forms review
• Introduction of new Town Board liaison (Melissa)
• Reports from Senior Services Director, Youth & Recreation Director, Program Coordinator, and Representatives’ Council President

Historic Preservation Commission

The Amherst Historic Preservation Commission is meeting to review a certificate of appropriateness for 400 Mill Street (St. Mary's Motherhouse), set the 2024 meeting schedule, and discuss the 2023 budget. Old business includes commission membership, the annual report, and the Chateau Terrace historic district, including a garage demolition referral. The meeting also covers local landmark plaques, a CLG grant update, and an education plan.

• 400 Mill Street (St. Mary's Motherhouse) - Certificate of Appropriateness
• 22 Chateau Terrace - garage demolition referral
• 2024 meeting schedule and 2023 budget review
• 2024 commission membership and 2023 annual report
• Local landmark plaques and CLG grant update

Amherst Government Financial Advisory Board

The Amherst Government Financial Advisory Board will discuss merging with the Open Government Advisory Board, set its 2024 meeting schedule, and review a Moody’s credit rating update. They will also review the 2024 Supervisor’s Budget and consider amendments to their own bylaws.

• Possible merger of AGFAB and Open Government Advisory Board
• 2024 AGFAB meeting date determination
• Moody’s updated credit rating review for the Town
• 2024 Supervisor’s Budget review
• Draft AGFAB By-Laws amendment and approval

Traffic-Safety Board

The Amherst Traffic-Safety Board meets to discuss speeding complaints on Casey Road and N. Ivyhurst Road, review intersection safety at Wehrle Dr./Garrison Rd., and consider speed-limit changes on Tonawanda Creek Road. The board also reviews seven site-plan applications for new restaurants, retail, and mixed-use buildings.

• Casey Road speeding concerns and radar feedback sign request
• N. Ivyhurst Road speed and volume count review
• 5105 & 5117 Sheridan Drive proposed restaurant
• 1501-1551 Niagara Falls Boulevard proposed restaurant/retail building
• 5226 & 2558 Main Street proposed mixed-use building

Town Board

The Amherst Town Board will hold public hearings regarding several rezoning requests and a local law amendment for historic preservation. The board will also consider adopting a local law concerning accessory dwelling units, review various town contracts, and address personnel appointments for multiple town boards and committees.

• Public hearing on rezoning for 420 New Road, 1350 Eggert Road, and 4774 & 4780 Sheridan Drive
• Adoption of local law amending Chapter 203 regarding accessory dwelling units
• Awarding bids for police vehicles, building department vehicles, and calcium nitrate
• Approval of 2024 fees for ID cards, summer camps, and golf rates
• Settlement of Article 7 matter: 9300 Transit, LLC v. Town of Amherst

Town Board

The Amherst Town Board is holding a work session to discuss the ownership of sanitary sewer and water infrastructure for the residential subdivision at 166 Klein Road, which received preliminary plat approval from the Planning Board. The agenda also includes general Town Board meeting items and an executive session for a pending litigation matter.

• Discussion of 166 Klein Road - ownership of sanitary sewer and water infrastructure for a residential subdivision
• Preliminary plat approval previously granted by the Planning Board
• Executive session on pending litigation

Historic Preservation Commission

The Amherst Historic Preservation Commission will meet on November 21, 2023, to approve minutes from the October 10 meeting and conduct new business, including a certificate of appropriateness for 400 Mill Street (St. Mary’s Motherhouse). The commission will also discuss 2024 membership, the 2023 annual report, and updates on local landmarks and preservation grants.

• 400 Mill Street (St. Mary’s Motherhouse) - Certificate of Appropriateness
• 2024 Commission Membership
• 2023 Annual Report
• Chateau Terrace - Local District Nomination
• 22 Chateau Terrace - Garage Demolition Referral

Planning Board

The Amherst Planning Board held a public hearing on November 16, 2023, to review four development proposals. The board approved a Planned Unit Development (PUD) for the Amherst Central Park project on 170.55 acres at 772 N. Forest Road and 385 & 391 Maple Road, a request to amend signage restrictions for Boulevard Consumer Square on Niagara Falls Boulevard, and a comprehensive plan amendment to change land use from Commercial-Office to Mixed Residential for a property at 2280 Wehrle Drive. A request to amend the comprehensive plan to Industrial-Office for a property at 2360-2370 Wehrle Drive was adjourned without approval.

• Approved Planned Unit Development (PUD) for Amherst Central Park (170.55 acres at 772 N. Forest Road and 385 & 391 Maple Road)
• Approved removal of signage restrictions for Boulevard Consumer Square (1565-1703 Niagara Falls Boulevard)
• Approved comprehensive plan amendment to Mixed Residential for 2280 Wehrle Drive
• Adjourned without approval comprehensive plan amendment to Industrial-Office for 2360-2370 Wehrle Drive

Recycling and Waste Committee

The Recycling and Waste Committee is meeting to discuss waste and recycling reports, the status of food scrap composting and secure shed procurement, and the 2023 pumpkin drop-off. They will also review the plastic utensils upon request legislation and a funding request for a committee web page.

• Status on Secure Shed procurement for food scrap drop-off sites
• Report on 2023 pumpkin drop-off
• Status on Plastic Utensils Upon Request legislation
• Status on request for money for committee web page

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Amherst Zoning Board of Appeals meets to hear eleven area-variance petitions that ask for relief from setback, height, and coverage rules. No substantive decisions are listed on this agenda; the board will take testimony on each appeal before voting at a future meeting.

• 966 Sweet Home Road – generator and shed setback relief
• 283 Rosedale Blvd. – driveway size variance (510 s.f. vs. 451.5 s.f. max)
• 46 Hallmark Court – single-story addition setback (15′-11″ vs. 30′ required)
• 106 Lebrun Circle – accessory garage height (30 ft vs. 20 ft max)
• 6000-6040 North Bailey Ave. – vehicle-use area lighting and setback relief

Amherst Community Diversity Commission

The Amherst Community Diversity Commission is meeting to discuss several ongoing items, including the Central Park Project and the renaming of Audubon Parkway. The agenda also includes reports from school and town board liaisons, planning for 2024, and a new item on a police safety brochure.

• Central Park Project discussion with Ann Dafchik
• Re-visit of renaming Audubon Parkway Project
• School Board Liaison Report
• Planning meetings for 2024
• New business: Police Safety Brochure

Recreation Commission

The Amherst Recreation Commission is meeting to discuss and potentially decide on 2024 golf course fees and the 2024 budget. The agenda includes reports from liaisons and staff on various recreation programs and facilities.

• 2024 Golf Course fees
• 2024 budget discussion
• Liaison reports on Daemen College, AYB, Football, Soccer
• Facilities report by Eric W. Guzdek
• Reports on skatepark, parks, playgrounds, and ice hockey

Town Board

The Amherst Town Board is holding a special meeting to consider three resolutions: a local law to override the state tax levy limit, adoption of the 2024-2029 Capital Improvement Program, and an amendment to enhance financial transparency. These are formal votes on fiscal matters.

• Resolution 2023-843: Local Law to Override the Tax Levy Limit
• Resolution 2023-876: Capital Improvement Program (CIP) 2024-2029
• Resolution 2023-908: Amendment to Enhance Financial Transparency

Amherst Committee on Disabilities

The Amherst Committee on Disabilities will meet to hear a presentation from Town Architect Anne Dafchik on the Amherst Central Park Project. The committee will also discuss old and new business, including a social media page, an ADU pilot program, meeting recordings, and membership terms.

• Guest speaker: Town Architect Anne Dafchik on Amherst Central Park Project
• Discussion of ADU Pilot Program
• Discussion of meeting recordings/transcripts
• Discussion of membership terms/renewals
• Approval of October minutes

Traffic-Safety Board

The Amherst Traffic-Safety Board will discuss and potentially act on several traffic safety concerns, including overflow parking from the ISNF Mosque and Sacred Heart School, speed and volume on Sierra Drive and Lynette Lane, and a request to close commercial driveways and convert N. Bailey Avenue to one-way. They will also review old business items and two site plans for a mixed-use project and a self-storage facility.

• Heim Road, Montbleu, Southwedge, Schimwood Area – overflow parking from ISNF Mosque
• Maynard Drive near Main Street – overflow parking from Sacred Heart School
• N. Bailey Avenue between Sheridan Drive and Maple Road – request to close driveways and convert to one-way
• Ayer Road, Klein Road & Knollwood Intersection – request for barrier or traffic control device
• 1720, 1740 & 1760 Maple Road – proposed mixed-use project; 2495 Wehrle Drive – proposed self-storage facility

Town Board

The Amherst Town Board is holding a budget meeting with public hearings on the 2024 Town Budget and the 2024-2029 Capital Improvement Program. The board will also consider resolutions to override the tax levy limit, approve various contracts and settlements, and make appointments to town boards and committees. Residents can comment on these items during the public hearings and public expression periods.

• Public hearing on 2024 Town Budget (Resolution 2023-877)
• Public hearing on Capital Improvement Program 2024-2029 (Resolution 2023-876)
• Local law to override tax levy limit (Resolution 2023-843)
• Settlements of Article 7 matters involving J P H Properties and Raasch Family Trust
• Award bids for Z-Bar wheel loader, town-wide undercoating, and demolition of former Plant 1 Lab Building

Town Board

The Amherst Town Board is holding a work session to discuss agenda items for an upcoming meeting. The agenda is largely procedural, with no specific action items listed.

Planning Board

The Amherst Planning Board meets to discuss public hearings on site plans, rezoning requests, and amendments to town code. All public hearings have been completed, and no new hearings are scheduled for this meeting. The board will also review unfinished business items and approve meeting minutes.

• Mixed-use project SP-2023-06 at 1720, 1740 & 1760 Maple Road by PB Investors LLC
• Rezoning requests Z-2023-07 (4774 & 4780 Sheridan Drive) and Z-2023-08 (420 New Road)
• Comprehensive plan amendment BCPA-2023-02 for 46, 54, 60, 68, 74 & 84 South Linden Street
• Town code amendment ZTA-2023-03 for accessory dwelling unit standards
• Sidewalk waiver SP-2023-03 for North Bailey Avenue by Benderson Development Co. LLC

Recycling and Waste Committee

The Town of Amherst Recycling and Waste Committee is meeting to discuss routine business including minutes, membership, and waste reports. They will also cover food scrap collection and composting efforts, the upcoming pumpkin drop-off event, and the status of legislation on plastic utensils upon request.

• Food scrap collections/composting: scheduling volunteers for Farmers Market and status on secure shed procurement for additional drop-off sites
• 2023 Pumpkin drop-off on 11/4/23 from 10-1, including volunteer coordination and distribution of compost samples
• Status on Plastic Utensils Upon Request legislation
• Status on request for money for committee web page

Amherst Government Financial Advisory Board

The Amherst Government Financial Advisory Board will meet to review and discuss the 2024 Supervisor's Budget and Moody's updated credit rating for the Town. The board will also consider adopting its by-laws and approving minutes from prior meetings, contingent on a quorum.

• Review and possible adoption of AGFAB By-Laws
• Approval of minutes from 7/20, 8/16, and 9/20 meetings
• Review/discuss 2024 Supervisor's Budget
• Review/discuss Moody's updated credit rating for the Town

Amherst Committee on Disabilities

The Amherst Committee on Disabilities will hold a Zoom meeting on October 17, 2023, at 6:30 PM. The committee will approve September minutes, discuss social media updates, review emergency preparedness efforts, and address follow-ups from a Town attorney visit. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Review social media page updates
• Discuss Amherst Central Park accessibility with Anne invited to future meeting
• Follow up on Town attorney visit questions/concerns
• Acknowledge participation in Main Street Corridor Plan Project Charter
• Table materials for handouts for next year

Senior Services Advisory Board

The Amherst Senior Services Advisory Board is meeting to vote on updated by-laws, discuss the mission statement, and consider increasing membership fees. The board will also receive reports from department directors and liaisons. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major policy decisions or public hearings.

• Vote on updated By-Laws
• Discussion of increasing Membership fees
• Discussion of Mission Statement update
• Introduction of 2 new Board members
• 2024 Meeting Dates & Times

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission reviewed a certificate of appropriateness for roof replacement at 400 Mill Street (St. Mary's Motherhouse), where the applicant presented bids for slate, synthetic slate, and Grand Manor shingles. They also discussed commission membership, the annual report, and several items related to Chateau Terrace, including a landmark designation and garage demolition referral that are on hold due to litigation. The meeting included routine approvals and updates, with no action taken on most items.

• 400 Mill Street roof replacement bids: slate, synthetic slate, Grand Manor shingles
• 22 Chateau Terrace landmark designation and garage demolition on hold due to litigation
• Chateau Terrace local district nomination consolidation
• 2024 commission membership and 2023 annual report discussion
• No update on CLG grant submission or Preservation Day

Amherst Community Diversity Commission

The Amherst Community Diversity Commission is meeting to hear from Police Chief Chamberlain on community safety, review a meeting about renaming Audubon Parkway, and discuss a children's holiday program and display at the Audubon Library. The agenda also includes liaison reports and routine business. The meeting is in-person and must end by 6:30 PM.

• Police Chief Chamberlain speaking on community safety (5:30-6:00 PM)
• Review of meeting with Mr. Kulpa regarding renaming Audubon Parkway
• Children's holiday program and display at Audubon Library
• School Board and Town Board liaison reports

Traffic-Safety Board

The Amherst Traffic-Safety Board is meeting to discuss and decide on several traffic-related requests, including new access from a development, a centerline marking, and pedestrian crosswalks. It will also review site plans for a proposed apartment building, a restaurant plaza, and a solar project. The board is holding one item for county plans.

• Full access request onto S. Ellicott Creek Road from Essex Woods Development
• Double solid yellow centerline request on Ayer Road between Maple Road and Sheridan Drive
• Pedestrian crosswalks and traffic calming on Getzville Road
• Site plan: 3945 Rensch Road proposed apartment building
• Site plan: 1459 Niagara Falls Blvd. proposed Raymore & Flanigan Plaza restaurant

Town Board

The Amherst Town Board will hold its regular meeting to approve minutes, hear public comments, and vote on multiple resolutions including zoning amendments, solar energy permits, and budget-related items. The board will also consider appointments to various committees and boards.

• Amend Bicentennial Comprehensive Plan for 1635 & 1639-1641 North French Road
• Approve special use permit for Tier III solar energy system at 800 & 850 New Road
• SEQR Determination for 772 North Forest Road, 385 Maple Road & 391 Maple Road
• Approve $2024 elected officials’ salaries and schedule public hearing on 2024 budget exceeding tax cap
• Award bid for Amherst Police and Central Alarm sprinkler system improvements (CRS #4306)

Town Board

The Amherst Town Board is meeting for a work session. The agenda includes a pledge of allegiance and a listed executive session for a litigation matter. No other substantive items are listed on this agenda.

• Executive session on litigation matter

Design Advisory Board

The Design Advisory Board is holding a public meeting to review a site plan for a mixed-use development at 1720, 1740, and 1760 Maple Road, submitted by PB Investors, LLC. No other business items are listed. The board will also approve minutes from the August 24, 2023 meeting.

• Design review for site plan SP-2023-06 for mixed-use development at 1720, 1740 & 1760 Maple Road
• Petitioner: PB Investors, LLC
• Minutes approval for August 24, 2023 meeting

Amherst Government Financial Advisory Board

The Amherst Government Financial Advisory Board is meeting to approve minutes, review and amend its by-laws, discuss bond issues with the town's fiscal advisor, and review current year variances from the 2024 budget fund balance worksheet. The agenda is mostly procedural, with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

• Approval of minutes from 7/20 and 8/16 meetings
• Review, amend, and approval of draft of AGFAB By-Laws
• Discussion with Rick Ganci from Capital Markets (Town’s fiscal advisors for bond issues)
• Review of current year variances from the 2024 budget fund balance worksheet

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Amherst Zoning Board of Appeals will hold hearings on 12 appeals, including area variances, use variances, and temporary use permits. Several items were previously adjourned from prior meetings. The board will also approve minutes from its August 15, 2023 meeting.

• 6 Belvoir Road: 6-foot fence proposed 0 feet from north property line (10 ft required)
• 324 Mill Street: porch enclosure would put building 26 feet from front line (30 ft required)
• 139 Indian Trail: attached garage would make accessory structures 2,413 sq ft (886.48 sq ft max)
• 3275 & 3325 Millersport Highway: multiple buildings exceed length limits and parking short by 8 spaces
• 190 Maple Road: use variance for additional off-street parking for medical office

Town Board

The Amherst Town Board is meeting to consider resolutions including a $100,000 bond for culvert replacements, a special use permit for a solar energy system, and several contract awards. Public hearings are scheduled for the bond and solar permit, and residents can comment during public expression periods.

• Resolution 2023-774: Bond resolution for $100,000 for town culvert replacement projects
• Resolution 2023-775: Special use permit for Tier III solar energy system at 800 & 850 New Road
• Resolution 2023-779: Request for public hearing on eminent domain acquisition of a Boulevard Mall parcel
• Resolution 2023-781-785: Award bids for tree planting, crane & hoist services, tractor, kitchen hood inspections, glass repair
• Resolution 2023-786-787: Award bids for radar speed feedback signs and ADA ramp/sidewalk installation

Town Board

The Amherst Town Board is holding a work session to discuss a presentation on the CMOM program and an amendment to the First-Time Homebuyers Program. The board will also review agenda items for the upcoming Town Board meeting and may enter an executive session for a litigation matter.

• Presentation on CMOM (15 mins)
• Amendment to Amherst First-Time Homebuyers Program (15 mins)
• Town Board Meeting Agenda Items
• Executive Session on Litigation Matter

Senior Services Advisory Board

The Amherst Senior Services Advisory Board is meeting to approve minutes, finalize updated by-laws, and discuss its mission statement. The board will also hear reports from department staff and liaisons on current programs and operations.

• Final review of updated by-laws
• Discussion of mission statement
• Report from Director of Senior Services Melissa Abel
• Report from Deputy Town Supervisor Deborah Bruch-Bucki
• Report from Representatives' Council President Del Szczesniak

Amherst Community Diversity Commission

The Amherst Community Diversity Commission is meeting to review the Juneteenth Celebration, discuss the renaming of Audubon Parkway, and hear liaison reports from the School Board and Town Board. They will also plan activities for the remainder of the year and set the next meeting date.

• Review of Juneteenth Celebration
• Renaming of Audubon Parkway
• School Board liaison report
• Town Board Liaison report
• Activities for the remaining year

Historic Preservation Commission

The Amherst Historic Preservation Commission discussed and advanced a local landmark nomination for 22 Chateau Terrace, received public testimony in favor of the designation, and adjourned demolition referral due to the pending application. The Commission also reviewed material change requests for 400 Mill Street (St. Mary's Motherhouse) and discussed future landmark plaques and membership.

• 22 Chateau Terrace nominated for local landmark designation (5-1 vote)
• 400 Mill Street (St. Mary's Motherhouse) material change request withdrawn for further review
• Chateau Terrace local district nominations merged for joint review
• Local landmark plaques proposed for Harlem Road School and Main Street entranceways
• Two Commission member terms expiring; recruitment planned

Recreation Commission

The Amherst Recreation Commission is meeting to approve prior minutes, discuss 2024 ID card fees, and consider a mural request for Alix Rice Peacepark and a request from BAAC Swimming. Liaison reports from various town recreation groups will also be presented.

• 2024 ID card fees discussion
• Alix Rice Peacepark mural request
• BAAC Swimming request
• Approval of March and April 2023 minutes

Amherst Committee on Disabilities

The Amherst Committee on Disabilities will meet to approve minutes from August, discuss updates on a social media page and Amherst Central Park, and acknowledge participation in the Main Street Corridor Plan Project Charter. The committee will also address a rezoning proposal at 1350 Eggert Road and emergency preparedness planning.

• Review Resolution 2023-623 for 1350 Eggert Road rezoning
• Discuss Amherst Central Park updates
• Acknowledge participation in Main Street Corridor Plan Project Charter
• Approve August meeting minutes
• Address emergency preparedness meeting

Town Board

The Amherst Town Board is holding a work session to discuss agenda items, followed by an executive session for a pending litigation matter. The agenda is largely procedural, with no specific action items listed.

• Executive session on pending litigation

Design Advisory Board

The Town of Amherst Design Advisory Board is holding a regular public meeting. The agenda contains no design review applications, no other communications, and no unfinished business; the only substantive item is a discussion of board procedures for preliminary design review. The board will also approve minutes from its July 27, 2023 meeting.

• No design review applications scheduled
• Discussion of Design Advisory Board procedures for preliminary design review
• Minutes approval for July 27, 2023 meeting

Town Board

The Amherst Town Board is holding a work session to receive an update on the Strategic Plan for Economic Development from RKG Associates, discuss agenda items for the upcoming Town Board meeting, and consider an executive session on an attorney conflict waiver. The meeting is primarily informational and preparatory, with no final decisions scheduled.

• Update on the Strategic Plan for Economic Development by RKG Associates (20 minutes)
• Discussion of Town Board Meeting Agenda Items
• Executive session on Attorney Conflict Waiver

Planning Board

The Amherst Planning Board is holding public hearings on several site plans, including a proposed Tier III solar energy system on New Road and a major redevelopment of the Amherst Commerce Center on Ridge Lea Road. The Commerce Center proposals include a new Costco with a fueling station, a Dick's House of Sport, a Delta Sonic warehouse, and an office building, all to be unified for shared access. The board also will hear a request to rezone land on North French Road and a SEQR hearing for a 26-lot subdivision on Transit Road. Several items are listed as unfinished business, including extension requests for the Gurdwara Cultural Center and a subdivision on Klein Road.

• Proposed 167,720 sq ft Costco with fueling station and 774 parking spaces at Ridge Lea Road
• Proposed 120,000 sq ft Dick's House of Sport with 349 parking spaces at Ridge Lea Road
• Proposed 108,000 sq ft Delta Sonic warehouse at Ridge Lea Road
• Proposed Tier III solar energy system at 800 & 850 New Road
• Rezoning request for 5.09 acres at 1635 & 1639-1641 North French Road from residential to commercial/mixed use

Recycling and Waste Committee

The Town of Amherst Recycling and Waste Committee is meeting to discuss waste and recycling reports, food scrap collection and composting plans, the status of a plastic utensils upon request legislation, and a funding request for a committee web page. The agenda also includes membership status and scheduling for upcoming events like the Farmers Market and pumpkin drop-off.

• Food scrap collections and composting planning, including Farmers Market scheduling and 2023 pumpkin drop-off
• Review of organics program rollout from City of Kingston for collection sites
• Status update on Plastic Utensils Upon Request legislation
• Request for money for committee web page
• Membership status and new member consideration

Amherst Government Financial Advisory Board

The Amherst Government Financial Advisory Board is meeting to handle routine administrative items, including approving minutes, amending its by-laws, and adding meeting dates to the town website. The board will also discuss bonds (BANS) and the town's Moody's credit rating, as well as review capital improvement projects. No decisions are noted on these discussion items.

• Approval of minutes from last meeting
• Review, amend, and approval of draft of AGFAB By-Laws
• Addition of meeting dates to Town website and MinuteTraq website
• BANS/Bonds discussion
• Moody's Credit Rating discussion

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Amherst Zoning Board of Appeals meets to hear 13 appeals and variances, including requests for fences, signs, parking, and commercial uses that do not fully comply with zoning ordinances. The board will consider area variances for properties on Kings Highway, Glen Meadow Drive, Shetland Drive, Lakewood Parkway, Cherrywood Drive, Sagewood Terrace, Sheridan Drive, Main Street, and Millersport Highway, as well as a use variance for additional parking at a medical office and special use permits for a landscaping business and a service station at Costco.

• 231 Kings Highway - 6-foot fence 0 feet from north property line (requires 10 feet)
• 5169 Sheridan Drive - Signage totaling 231.8 s.f. (limit 100.5 s.f.)
• 190 Maple Road - Use variance for additional off-street parking at medical office
• 4224-4256 Ridge Lea Road - Special use permit for service station at Costco
• 4224-4256 Ridge Lea Road - Dick’s building 20 feet from west property line (requires 30 feet)

Amherst Committee on Disabilities

The Amherst Committee on Disabilities is meeting to discuss old and new business, including a guest presentation from the Director of Emergency Services and Safety. The committee will also review past projects and consider participation in the Main Street Corridor Plan.

• Guest speaker: Jim Zymanek, Director of Emergency Services and Safety
• Squire Project update
• Health Fair planning
• Amherst Central Park discussion
• Main Street Corridor Plan Project Charter participation acknowledgement

Historic Preservation Commission

The Amherst Historic Preservation Commission is holding a public hearing to consider designating 22 Chateau Terrace as a landmark. The meeting also includes regular commission business, with attendance by members and town staff.

• Public hearing on landmark designation for 22 Chateau Terrace

Traffic-Safety Board

The Amherst Traffic-Safety Board is meeting to discuss traffic and safety concerns, including parking restrictions, speeding, and warning signs, as well as to review several site plans and rezoning requests. These items are under review and may be subject to public hearing or further action.

• Parking restriction requests on Garnet Road, 59 Kaymar Drive, and Meyer Road
• Late Night Flash request at Wehrle Drive and Lehn Springs
• Rezoning of 5.09 acres at 1635 & 1639-1641 N. French to commercial/mixed-use
• Proposed 26-lot subdivision 'Ashley Green' at 10060 Transit Road
• Costco development at Ridge Lea and Meyer Roads with retail, warehousing, and fuel stations

Design Advisory Board

The Design Advisory Board is holding a public meeting with no design review applications on the agenda. The board will review its own procedures and approve minutes from previous meetings. No other business is scheduled.

• No design review applications
• Review of Design Advisory Board procedures
• Minutes approval for December 8, 2022, May 25, 2023, and June 29, 2023

Town Board

The Amherst Town Board is holding a regular meeting with public hearings on several rezoning requests, including properties on Sweet Home Road and Eggert Road, and bond resolutions for sewer and water pollution control facility improvements. The board will also consider numerous resolutions covering contracts, appointments, and other administrative matters.

• Public hearing: Rezoning and amendment of declaration of restrictions for 2350 & 2360-2372 Sweet Home Road
• Public hearing: Bond resolution for $185,000 for 2023 Engineering Department Sewer Building Improvements and Demolition
• Public hearing: Bond resolution for $1.325M for WPCF Multi-Project Bond
• Public hearing: Rezoning of 1350 Eggert Road
• Resolution 2023-631: Settlement of Article 7 matter - Reist Street Holdings, LP v. Town of Amherst

Town Board

The Amherst Town Board is holding a work session to discuss agenda items, including an executive session covering health insurance, part-time hourly rates, and a litigation settlement. No formal votes are scheduled; the meeting is for discussion only.

• Executive session on health insurance
• Executive session on part-time hourly rates
• Executive session on litigation settlement

Employee Suggestion Review Committee

The Town of Amherst Employee Suggestion Review Committee is meeting to review submitted employee suggestions. The agenda includes attendance, approval of past minutes, and discussion of suggestions, with no specific items or decisions detailed.

• Review of submitted suggestions
• Approval of November 16, 2021 minutes
• Approval of August 24, 2022 meeting notes

Town Board

The Amherst Town Board held a regular meeting on July 10, 2023, at the Amherst Municipal Building. The board approved multiple bond resolutions totaling over $3.26 million for highway vehicles, playground safety, ballfield lighting, and sewer improvements. Several appointments to local boards and committees were also discussed.

• Bond resolution for highway vehicles and equipment - $900,000
• Playground safety equipment and surface improvements - $250,000
• Central Amherst Little League ballfield lighting improvements - $250,000
• Townwide curbing replacement - $50,000
• WPCF multi-project bond for sewer improvements - $1.325M

Recycling and Waste Committee

The Town of Amherst Recycling and Waste Committee is meeting to discuss waste and recycling reports, food scrap collection and composting efforts, and the status of a plastic utensils upon request legislation. The committee will also review membership status and a funding request for its web page.

• Food scrap collections/composting scheduling for Farmers Market, including youth/outside volunteers
• Brown matter (wood chips) at Highway Department site
• Status of Plastic Utensils Upon Request legislation
• Request for money for committee web page
• Membership status – new members?

Town Board

The Amherst Town Board is holding a regular meeting with public hearings on two rezoning requests: 3945 Rensch Road and 2350 & 2360-2372 Sweet Home Road. The board will also consider a $3.25 million bond for the North Maplemere Road extension and improvements, along with several other bond resolutions for park, police, and building projects. Numerous appointments to boards and committees are on the agenda, as well as various contracts and agreements.

• Public hearing: Rezoning at 3945 Rensch Road (Resolution 2023-528)
• Public hearing: Rezoning and declaration amendment at 2350 & 2360-2372 Sweet Home Road (Resolution 2023-529)
• Bond resolution: Dellwood Park Inclusive Field & Park Improvements - $360,000
• Bond resolution: 2023 Police Department Vehicles - $255,000
• North Maplemere Road Extension and Improvements - $3.25M (Resolution 2023-540)

Town Board

The Amherst Town Board is holding a work session to discuss agenda items, including a presentation on Westfield Speed Humps. No formal votes are scheduled; this is a discussion-only meeting.

• Presentation of Westfield Speed Humps by C. Schregel and Pat Lucey

Planning Board

The Amherst Planning Board meets to review and discuss several proposed developments under the Amherst Commerce Center initiative, including retail buildings with a fueling station, warehousing facilities, and office buildings. The board also considers rezoning requests for properties along Niagara Falls Boulevard and Main Street. All public hearings for these items have already been completed.

• Proposed Amherst Commerce Center retail buildings with fueling station at 4200 Ridge Lea Road (SP-2023-03)
• Proposed Amherst Commerce Center warehousing facility at 4224-4258 Ridge Lea Road and 280-306 Meyer Road (SP-1996-14D)
• Proposed Amherst Commerce Center office building at 4224 Ridge Lea Road and 256-280 Meyer Road (SP-1983-42J)
• Request to rezone 13.93 acres from DC-3 to SC at 1501-1551 Niagara Falls Blvd. (Z-2023-04)
• Request to rezone 63.2 acres from CTR-5 to SC at 1561-1703 Niagara Falls Blvd. (Z-2023-05)

Traffic-Safety Board

The Amherst Traffic-Safety Board is meeting to discuss and decide on various traffic-related concerns, including speeding, pedestrian safety, and requests for new traffic controls. The agenda includes eight new business items and two old business items, as well as several site plan and rezoning proposals. The board will consider specific requests such as an all-way stop on Willow Green Drive and a parking restriction on Clarion Court.

• Kensington Avenue speeding concerns
• Hampton Hill Drive pedestrian safety & speed concern
• Westfield Road speed hump concept review
• Willow Green Drive all-way stop request
• Hartford Road speeding concerns

Amherst Conservation Advisory Council

The Amherst Conservation Advisory Council is meeting to review the status of Amherst State Park and discuss several land donations and property matters, including 2800 Hopkins Road and Muir Woods. The council will also consider nominating additional sites for the NYS Birding Trail and hear updates on open space planning and various park properties.

• Review of ongoing items at Amherst State Park
• Discussion of 2800 Hopkins Road land donation
• Muir Woods property donation and future access
• Consideration of nominating Veterans Canal, Natureview, and Dann Lake for NYS Birding Trail
• Land clearing at 990/North French and updates on 4300 Millersport Hwy and 10060 Transit Road

Senior Services Advisory Board

The Amherst Senior Services Advisory Board is meeting to discuss routine business, including approving past minutes, adding a new ex-officio member, and researching Senior Center accreditation. They will also hear reports from the Senior Services director and the deputy town supervisor, and review their by-laws and mission statement.

• Motion to add Mary-Diana Pouli as ex-officio
• Motion to research Senior Center Accreditation
• Report from Melissa Abel, Director, Senior Services
• Report from Deborah Bruch-Bucki, RN, PhD, Deputy Town Supervisor
• Review of By-Laws and Mission Statement

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Amherst Zoning Board of Appeals will hold hearings on 13 appeals, including area variances, a temporary use permit, and a special use permit. Items include residential fence and building setbacks, a landscaping business in a residential zone, and a proposed Costco gas station and Dick's building at Ridge Lea Road. The board will also approve minutes from the May 16 meeting.

• 90 Pearce Drive: 6-ft fence at 0-ft setback (requires 30 ft)
• 3800 Sheridan Drive: vehicle area 10.5 ft from property line (requires 15 ft)
• 4196 Sherian Drive: temporary use permit for landscaping business in R-3 zone
• 4224-4256 Ridge Lea Road: special use permit for Costco gas station; area variance for Dick's building (20-ft setback vs 30-ft required)
• 2350 Sweet Home Road: sun room additions reducing building separation to 24 ft and 17.29 ft

Historic Preservation Commission

The Amherst Historic Preservation Commission is meeting to discuss and potentially decide on several items, including a demolition referral for 22 Chateau Terrace, landmark designation applications for 4548 Main Street (Squire Shop) and 22 Chateau Terrace, and a certificate of appropriateness for St. Mary's Motherhouse roof replacement. The agenda also includes updates on a CLG grant, a proposal to revise the town's historic preservation law, and possible landmarking of other properties. Several items were previously adjourned and are expected to be revisited.

• 22 Chateau Terrace - demolition referral
• 4548 Main Street (Squire Shop) - landmark designation application
• 22 Chateau Terrace - landmark designation application
• St. Mary's Motherhouse @ 400 Mill Street - certificate of appropriateness for roof replacement
• Proposal for revision of the Historic Preservation Law of the Town of Amherst

Town Board

The Amherst Town Board will hold its regular meeting to approve bond resolutions for multiple infrastructure projects totaling $2.4M, including waterfront revitalization, sanitary sewer improvements, and HVAC upgrades at the Senior Center. The agenda also includes public hearings on a proposed development at 1350 Eggert Road and routine departmental resolutions.

• Adopt Local Waterfront Revitalization Program (LWRP) Plan
• Approve $675,000 Engineering Equipment and Vehicle Bond
• Approve $380,000 Sanitary Sewer Assessment Projects Bond
• Approve $300,000 Boulevard Central District Sanitary Sewer Improvements Bond
• Approve $592,000 Senior Center HVAC/Carpet Replacement Bond

Town Board

The Amherst Town Board is holding a regular meeting with public hearings on demolishing 88 Smallwood Drive, adopting a Local Waterfront Revitalization Program law, and amending Chapter 203 to exclude certain public uses. The board will also vote on numerous resolutions, including a $250,000 bond for roadway reconstruction, several legal settlements, and various appointments and contracts.

• Public hearing: Demolition of 88 Smallwood Drive (Resolution 2023-466)
• Public hearing: Local Law - Local Waterfront Revitalization Program (LWRP) (Resolution 2023-467)
• Public hearing: Local Law Amending Chapter 203 to Exclude Certain Public Uses (Resolution 2023-326)
• Bond resolution: $250,000 for 2023 Roadways Reconstruction on Meadowbrook Road and Blossom Heath (Resolution 2023-470)
• Settlements of Article 7 matters involving Kamal Enterprises, Lisa Friedman & Scott Friedman, Iskalo Asset Fund II, Sheridan Properties II, and Iskalo Office Holdings II (Resolutions 2023-471 to 2023-475)

Town Board

The Amherst Town Board is holding a work session with two presentations: a land study by Bergmann Associates and an after-action plan review. No formal decisions are scheduled; the agenda is otherwise procedural.

• Presentation of SA Land Study by M. Gaudioso & J. Steinmetz (Bergmann Associates)
• Presentation of After Action Plan by J. Zymanek & B. Peters

Records Management Advisory Board

The Records Management Advisory Board is meeting to discuss records management operations, including the status of state grant awards, plans for a new records center, and relocation of town archives and police records. The agenda is largely procedural and informational, with no major policy decisions or public hearings listed.

• Status of NYS Archives LGRMIF Grant Awards
• Plans for new Records Center
• Amherst 2023-2024 LGRMIF Grant Application
• Relocation of Town Archives to BNHV Building
• Relocation of Police Records at the Records Center

Planning Board

The Amherst Planning Board will hold public hearings on an office building addition at 2420-2430 North Forest Road and a rezoning request for 3.61 acres at 1350 Eggert Road. Under unfinished business, the board will continue reviewing the Snyder mixed-use building proposal, which was previously adjourned pending historic preservation determinations. The agenda also includes a final plat for an 8-sublot subdivision at 468 Harding Road.

• Office building addition at 2420-2430 North Forest Road (SP-1992-44J)
• Rezone 3.61 acres at 1350 Eggert Road from GB-TNB-1 to TI-2.5 (Z-2023-03)
• Snyder mixed-use building: 48 apartments, 2 restaurant spaces, 76 parking spaces (SP-2022-11)
• Final plat for 8-sublot Harding Road subdivision at 468 Harding Road (SUB-2022-01FP)

Recycling and Waste Committee

The Recycling and Waste Committee is meeting to approve minutes, vote on officers, and discuss waste/recycling reports. They will also plan food scrap collections for the Farmers Market, review the status of plastic utensil legislation, and consider a funding request for a web page.

• Vote for Vice Chair and Secretary
• Schedule food scrap collections for Farmers Market
• Discuss wood chips as brown matter at Highway Department site
• Status update on Plastic Utensils Upon Request legislation
• Request for money for committee web page

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Amherst Zoning Board of Appeals meets to hear nine appeals requesting area variances or special-use permits. Items include requests to renew an auxiliary housing unit, build accessory structures, install fences and signs, divide a parcel, and establish landlocked lots. No decisions are listed in this agenda; hearings are scheduled for review.

• 1220 New Road – special use permit renewal for auxiliary housing unit
• 555 Casey Road – 1,064 s.f. accessory garage exceeds 792 s.f. limit
• 41 Meadowview Lane – 1,683 s.f. garage exceeds 1,254 s.f. limit
• 90 Pearce Drive – 6 ft fence zero feet from property line vs. 30 ft setback
• 3105-3135 Niagara Falls Boulevard – request to create parcels without road frontage

Historic Preservation Commission

The Amherst Historic Preservation Commission is meeting to discuss and decide on several landmark designation applications and a certificate of appropriateness. New business includes a landmark application for 4548 Main Street (Squire Shop) and a certificate for St. Mary's Motherhouse at 400 Mill Street. Old business includes continued review of 22 Chateau Terrace, updates on a CLG grant, a proposed revision to the Historic Preservation Law, and possible landmarking of BNHV properties and St. Paul's & St. Benedict's. The meeting is open to the public and will be video recorded.

• Landmark designation application for 4548 Main Street (Squire Shop)
• Certificate of Appropriateness for St. Mary's Motherhouse at 400 Mill Street
• Continued landmark designation review for 22 Chateau Terrace (Craftsman-style home, Suor & Suor development)
• Update on CLG grant submission and Preservation Day
• Proposal for revision of the Historic Preservation Law of the Town of Amherst

Amherst Community Diversity Commission

The Amherst Community Diversity Commission is meeting to discuss several items, including a presentation from APD Chief Chamberlin, approval of the 2023 Diversity Calendar, and the renaming of Audubon Parkway. The commission will also review progress on the Juneteenth Celebration program and receive liaison reports from the School Board and Town Board.

• APD Chief Chamberlin presentation
• Approval of 2023 Diversity Calendar
• Renaming of Audubon Parkway
• Juneteenth Celebration program progress
• Meeting with Amherst Town Supervisor

Town Board

The Amherst Town Board is holding a regular meeting with public hearings on parking restrictions, a zoning law amendment, and a $100,000 bond for parking lot maintenance. The board will also consider numerous resolutions, including several bond authorizations for capital improvements, contract awards, and appointments to various boards and committees.

• Resolution 2023-324: Village Pointe Lane parking restrictions (public hearing)
• Resolution 2023-326: Local law amending Chapter 203 to exclude certain public uses (public hearing)
• Resolution 2023-387: Bond resolution for $100,000 for Town Facility Parking Lot Maintenance (WPCF)
• Resolution 2023-392: Bond resolution for $3.2M for Northtown Center Ice Plant Renovations
• Resolution 2023-393: Bond resolution for $825,000 for Transportation Safety and Mobility Projects

Town Board

The Amherst Town Board is holding a work session to receive presentations on the 2022 audit and the Local Waterfront Revitalization Program (LWRP) plan and consistency law. The board will also discuss agenda items for the upcoming meeting and enter executive session for threatened litigation and an update on the Boulevard Mall pre-purchase agreement.

• Presentation of 2022 Audit by Drescher & Malecki
• Presentation on LWRP Plan and Consistency Law by J. Szatkowski
• Executive session on threatened litigation (land use)
• Executive session update on pre-purchase agreement for Boulevard Mall

Traffic-Safety Board

The Amherst Traffic-Safety Board is meeting to discuss new business, including a request for pedestrian and bicycle improvements on Muegel Road, and to revisit old business regarding wrong-direction travel on Campus Drive near Daemen University. The agenda also includes site plan and rezoning items, such as the Amherst Commerce Center unified development application.

• Muegel Road – pedestrian and bicycle improvements request
• Campus Drive near Daemen University – wrong direction travel (hold item)
• Amherst Commerce Center – SP-2023-03 Unified Development with SP-1983-42J & SP-1996-14D

Amherst Conservation Advisory Council

The Amherst Conservation Advisory Council is reviewing several development proposals and zoning changes, including a Costco site, a warehouse on Lawrence Bell Drive, and rezoning requests on Niagara Falls Boulevard. They are also discussing old business items like the Tree Board survey, open space plan, and potential land donations.

• Costco site lead agency request from Planning Department
• Local Law to Amend Zoning Ordinance, Chapter 203, Section 1-13 – Zoning Immunity, ZTA-2023-01
• Proposed warehouse building at 415-455 Lawrence Bell Drive, SP-1987-17E
• Rezone 14.2 acres from DC-3 to SC at 1501-1551 Niagara Falls Boulevard, Z-2023-04
• Rezone 64.1 acres from CTR-5 to SC at 1565-1703 Niagara Falls Boulevard, Z-2023-05

Planning Board

The Amherst Planning Board met on April 20, 2023, to review zoning changes and site plans. No public hearings were held, but the board discussed three rezoning requests and a mixed-use building proposal. The meeting included procedural updates and adjourned without further action on listed items.

• Rezone 0.77± acres from OB to MFR-5 at 2350 Sweet Home Road (Z-2023-01)
• Rezone 0.50± acres from R4 to CTR-5 at 3945 Rensch Road (Z-2023-02)
• Amend rear-window restrictions for 2350 & 2360 Sweet Home Road (Z-2016-16D & Z-2017-11B)
• Proposed Snyder mixed-use building with 48 apartments at 4548 & 4564 Main St, 17 Fruehauf Ave, 22 Chateau Terrace (SP-2022-11)
• Extension request for Gurdwara Cultural Center site plan at 6569 Main Street (SP-2016-04B & SP-2016-04C)

Recycling and Waste Committee

The Town of Amherst Recycling and Waste Committee is meeting to approve minutes, vote on new officers, and discuss waste and recycling reports. Members will also plan food scrap collections for the Farmers Market, coordinate upcoming Earth Day events, and review the status of a plastic utensils legislation and a funding request for a committee web page.

• Vote for Vice Chair and Secretary officer positions
• Food scrap collections/composting scheduling for Farmers Market, including youth/outside volunteers
• Earth Day events: Senior Center April 21 and Williamsville Earth Day June 3
• Education on plastic recycling change by Modern and NYS Compost Awareness Week (May 7-13)
• Status updates on plastic utensils upon request legislation and committee web page funding request

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Amherst Zoning Board of Appeals meets to hear eight area-variance appeals from property owners whose proposed projects do not fully comply with setback, signage, or accessory-structure limits in residential zoning districts. No substantive decisions are listed on this agenda; the board will only hear testimony.

• 6728 Main Street – 165-ft LED sign setback vs 500-ft requirement
• 3980 Sheridan Drive – sign-area increase to 1,047.79 s.f. vs 637.3 s.f. prior variance
• 705 Renaissance Drive – 80.5 s.f. wall sign not permitted in residential district
• 41 Meadowview Lane – 1,683 s.f. accessory garage vs 1,254 s.f. maximum
• 181 Brenon Road – 1,749.7 s.f. accessory structures vs 1,242 s.f. maximum

Town Board

The Amherst Town Board is holding a work session to receive presentations on a tree inventory by Davey Resource Group and an update on the 2024 Assessment Equity Project. The board will also discuss agenda items for the upcoming meeting and hold an executive session on a claim issue and police arbitration update.

• Tree Inventory Presentation by L. Brockelbank (Davey Resource Group)
• Update on 2024 Assessment Equity Project by E. Murphy & C. Erzkus
• Executive session on Notice of intention to File Claim issue
• Executive session on Police Arbitration update

Town Board

The Amherst Town Board is holding a regular meeting with several public hearings, including a $950,000 bond for waterline replacements on Bauman, Robinhill, and Swanson, a local law to exclude certain public uses from Chapter 203, and parking restrictions on Village Pointe Lane. The board will also consider numerous resolutions for capital projects, contracts, appointments, and settlements, along with public comment periods.

• Resolution 2023-325: $950,000 bond for 2023 waterline replacements (Bauman/Robinhill/Swanson)
• Resolution 2023-326: Local law amending Chapter 203 to exclude certain public uses
• Resolution 2023-324: Village Pointe Lane parking restrictions
• Resolution 2023-329-333: Bonds for facilities vehicle/equipment ($200K), park improvements ($200K), road striping ($100K), parking lot maintenance ($100K), WPCF parking lot ($100K)
• Resolution 2023-335: Join national opioid settlements with pharmacies

Traffic-Safety Board

The Amherst Traffic-Safety Board is meeting to discuss and decide on several traffic safety items, including pedestrian safety on Main Street near I-290, speeding on Lynette Lane, and requests for left-turn arrows at two intersections. The board will also review a proposed multifamily project at 480 Dodge Road and a development at Amherst Commerce Center. One item, a parking restriction on Joliet Lane, has been withdrawn.

• Main Street near I-290: pedestrian safety and snow removal
• Dodge Rd. & Casey Rd.: request for westbound left turn arrow
• N. French Rd. & Dodge Rd.: request for westbound left turn arrow
• Niagara Falls Blvd. & North French Rd.: request for traffic signal
• 480 Dodge Road: proposed multifamily project

Senior Services Advisory Board

The Senior Services Advisory Board meets to introduce new members, discuss board structure and bylaws updates, review the mission statement, and receive reports from the senior center, youth and recreation, and town liaison. The board also begins exploring national accreditation for the senior center.

• Introduction of new board members Jim Bardot, Julie Whitbeck-Lewinski, and Rev. Susan Frawley
• Discussion on updating the board's bylaws and reviewing the current mission statement
• Senior Center Report by Melissa Abel
• Exploration of National Institute of Senior Centers Accreditation

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will review and discuss the landmark designation application for 22 Chateau Terrace, which was previously presented and adjourned for further research. They will also receive updates on a CLG grant, a proposed revision to the town's historic preservation law, and possible landmarking of other properties. The meeting is a regular business session with roll call, minutes approval, and old business items.

• 22 Chateau Terrace landmark designation application (continued from March 21, 2023)
• Update on CLG grant submission and Preservation Day (Zoom training April 26, 6-8pm)
• Proposal for revision of Town of Amherst Historic Preservation Law (draft sent to SHPO)
• Update on BNHV properties research for possible landmarking (no update)
• Possible landmarking of St. Pauls and St. Benedicts (call with SHPO planned)

Recreation Commission

The Amherst Recreation Commission is meeting to approve minutes, hear a presentation on pickleball, and receive reports on youth programs, facilities, and various sports liaisons. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major decisions or proposals listed.

• Presentation on pickleball by Jon Brown
• Approval of March 2023 minutes
• Reports from youth and recreation, facilities, and chairperson
• Liaison reports for sports including golf, ice hockey, and racquet sports

Amherst Committee on Disabilities

The Amherst Committee on Disabilities meets to hear from the police chief about accessibility measures, including emergency phones on the bike path and playgrounds, and updates on the Squire Project and upcoming events.

• Emergency phones on Amherst Bike Path
• VRI for Deaf/hard of hearing residents during traffic stops
• Squire Project update
• Events for 2023 including Health Fair
• Disability Awareness Training

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will consider a Certificate of Appropriateness for a full roof replacement at St. Mary's Apartments, 400 Mill Street, which began in November 2022 but was stopped by the town in January 2023. The commission will also review a landmark designation application for 22 Chateau Terrace and discuss other preservation matters. The agenda includes several items that are updates or discussions, such as a CLG grant submission and a proposal to revise the town's historic preservation law.

• Certificate of Appropriateness for full roof replacement at St. Mary's Apartments, 400 Mill Street (asphalt replacing slate)
• Landmark designation application for 22 Chateau Terrace
• Discussion of Harlem Road Community Center plaque
• Update on CLG grant submission and Preservation Day
• Proposal for revision of Town of Amherst Historic Preservation Law

Town Board

The Amherst Town Board is holding a regular meeting with public hearings on removing a deed restriction and rezoning a portion of 800 New Road. The board will also consider several bond resolutions for capital projects, including bike path reconstruction, tree planting, and waterline replacements, along with numerous contracts, appointments, and settlements.

• Public hearing and SEQR determination for removal of deed restriction at 800 New Road (Z-1984-26_A)
• Public hearing and SEQR determination for rezoning of 800 New Road (Z-2022-12)
• Bond resolution for $200,000 for reconstruction of town bike paths
• Bond resolution for $200,000 for townwide tree planting and restoration
• Request for public hearing for $950,000 bond for 2023 waterline replacements

Town Board

The Amherst Town Board is holding a work session to receive an update on the 2024 Assessment Equity Project and to present a Fair Housing Month proclamation. The board will also discuss agenda items for the upcoming Town Board meeting and enter executive session for arbitration updates and proposed contract terms with Buffalo Niagara Heritage Village.

• Update on 2024 Assessment Equity Project
• Presentation of Fair Housing Month Proclamation
• Executive session: Arbitration update
• Executive session: Proposed contract terms with Buffalo Niagara Heritage Village

Recycling and Waste Committee

The Recycling and Waste Committee is meeting to handle routine business, including approving minutes and electing officers. They will also discuss updates on food scrap composting, a plastic utensils legislation status, a request for web page funding, and changes to the Sunking electronics collection contract. The committee will also consider how to inform residents about changes to recyclable materials, specifically #5 tubs and snap-on lids.

• Vote for Vice Chair and Secretary
• Status on Plastic Utensils Upon Request legislation
• Request for money for committee web page
• Sunking contract changes to electronics collections
• Outreach on recyclable materials change (#5 tubs, snap-on lids)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Amherst Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a regular meeting on March 14, 2023, to hear three appeals: a special use permit request for an auxiliary housing unit at 275 Hopkins Rd, and area variance requests at 409 Rosedale Boulevard and 2075 Niagara Falls Boulevard. The board will also approve minutes from its February 14, 2023 meeting.

• Special use permit for auxiliary housing unit at 275 Hopkins Rd
• Area variance at 409 Rosedale Boulevard for building additions (4 ft from south line, 22 ft from north line, 3 ft from garage)
• Area variance at 2075 Niagara Falls Boulevard for LED sign (260 ft from residential district, required 500 ft)

Amherst Community Diversity Commission

The Amherst Community Diversity Commission will hold its March 2023 meeting to elect officers for the year, approve minutes from November 2022, and finalize its 2023 event calendar. The commission will also review past and future events, receive reports from Town and School Board liaisons, and discuss new and old business.

• Election of 2023 officers
• Final review of 2023 Diversity Commission Calendar
• Planning events for 2023

Amherst Committee on Disabilities

The Amherst Committee on Disabilities is meeting to discuss old and new business, including updates on a playground, firefighter/EMS training, and emergency phones on the bike path. They will also consider a social media policy, 2023 events, and the Willow Ridge–Parkview Action Plan. The meeting is held via Zoom.

• Social media policy discussion
• Playground update
• Firefighter/EMS training update
• Emergency phones on bike path
• Willow Ridge – Parkview Action Plan

Town Board

The Amherst Town Board is holding a work session to discuss an update from the Association of Towns, review items for the upcoming board meeting, and enter executive session for an arbitration update. No formal decisions are listed on this agenda.

• Association of Towns update (15 min.)
• Board meeting agenda items review
• Executive session: arbitration update

Town Board

The Amherst Town Board is holding a regular meeting with two public hearings: one on a $1.5 million bond for miscellaneous sanitary sewer projects and another on a rezoning and relief of restrictions at 800 New Road. The board will also consider numerous resolutions, including bond authorizations for road and waterline improvements, various contracts, and appointments to town boards and committees.

• Public hearing: Resolution 2023-221, $1.5M bond for miscellaneous sanitary sewer projects
• Public hearing: Resolution 2023-222, 800 New Road rezoning & relief of restrictions
• Resolution 2023-224: $2M bond for town road pavement improvements
• Resolution 2023-225: $400,000 bond for Casey Road pedestrian and bicycle safety improvements (Phase 2)
• Resolution 2023-227: $950,000 bond for 2023 waterline replacements (public hearing to be scheduled)

Planning Board

The Amherst Planning Board will hold public hearings on six development proposals, including mixed-use buildings, multi-family residential developments, a parking lot, and a subdivision. No rezoning or miscellaneous items are on the agenda. The board will also receive a director's report and approve minutes.

• Proposed Snyder mixed-use building at 4548 & 4564 Main Street, 17 Fruehauf Avenue, 22 Chateau Terrace (Benderson Development)
• Multi-family residential development at 50 Crosspoint Parkway (Uniland Development Co.)
• Mixed-use development at 4300 Millersport Highway (Cimato Enterprises LLC)
• 67-space parking lot for Daemen University at 4380 Main Street
• Preliminary plat for 19-lot subdivision at 166 Klein Road (Regency Builders LLC)

Recycling and Waste Committee

The Recycling and Waste Committee is meeting to handle routine business, including approving minutes, membership updates, and officer elections. They will also receive reports on waste and recycling, discuss food scrap composting, and get updates on the plastic utensils upon request legislation, a web page funding request, and the Sunking electronics collection contract.

• Vote for Vice Chair and Secretary
• Update on Modern Recycling list
• Food scrap collections/composting discussion
• Status of plastic utensils upon request legislation
• Sunking contract changes to electronics collections

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Amherst Zoning Board of Appeals will hold its regular meeting to approve minutes from January 24, 2023, and conduct a public hearing on a requested area variance for a property at 16 Rockford Place. The board will also adjourn to the next meeting.

• Hearing on area variance request at 16 Rockford Place (electrical generator 1.5 feet from east property line)
• Approval of minutes from January 24, 2023 meeting

Town Board

The Amherst Town Board is holding a regular meeting with public hearings on a tax law amendment and several zoning map changes, including properties on Maple Road, Ridge Lea Road, and Sheridan Drive. The board will also consider bond resolutions for Royal Park improvements ($7.16M) and the purchase/reconstruction of 30 S. Cayuga ($1.5M), along with numerous contracts, appointments, and settlements of Article 7 tax certiorari matters.

• Public hearing: Local Law Amending Chapter 175 - Taxation
• Zoning map amendments: 1720, 1740, 1760 Maple Road; 4150-4252 Ridge Lea Road and Meyer Road; 4110-4120 Sheridan Drive
• Bond resolution: Royal Park Improvements - $7,160,000
• Bond resolution: Purchase and Reconstruction of 30 S. Cayuga - $1.5M
• Settlements of 10 Article 7 tax certiorari matters

Senior Services Advisory Board

The Amherst Senior Services Advisory Board is meeting to approve minutes from its September 2022 meeting and receive reports from the Senior Services Director, the Youth & Recreation Executive Director, and the Town Board liaison. Board members will also provide updates from their organizations. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

• Approval of minutes from September 14, 2022 meeting
• Report from Melissa Abel, Director, Amherst Senior Services
• Report from Mary-Diana Pouli, Executive Director, Youth & Recreation Department
• Update from Deborah Bruch-Bucki, Councilmember and liaison to Senior Services

Town Board

The Amherst Town Board is meeting for a work session on January 17, 2023, at 4:00 PM. The agenda contains only the pledge of allegiance and a placeholder for board meeting items, with no specific topics, decisions, or discussions listed. This appears to be a procedural or preliminary meeting.

Historic Preservation Commission

The Amherst Historic Preservation Commission is meeting to discuss administrative items including the 2023 calendar, membership, and working groups, as well as old business such as a proposed revision of the town's historic preservation law and updates on possible landmarking of BNHV properties and St. Paul's & St. Benedict's. The agenda is largely procedural, with no specific project applications or public hearings listed.

• Proposal for revision of the Town of Amherst Historic Preservation Law
• Update on CLG grant submission and Preservation Day
• BNHV properties - update on research for possible landmarking
• St. Paul's & St. Benedict's - possible landmark
• Education plan - website and presentations

Amherst Committee on Disabilities

The Amherst Committee on Disabilities is meeting to discuss accessibility issues, including an accessible playground, social media policy, firefighter/EMS training, and winter sidewalk maintenance. They will also address snow and emergency preparedness. The meeting includes routine items like approving minutes and welcoming a potential new member.

• Discussion of accessible playground with Town Architect Anne Dafchik
• Review of social media policy
• Update on firefighter/EMS training
• Winter sidewalk maintenance discussion
• Snow and emergency preparedness planning

Town Board

The Amherst Town Board is holding its annual organizational meeting to set 2023 salaries, appoint officials, and approve routine contracts. The agenda includes resolutions for town attorney, energy manager, and various board appointments, as well as awarding bids for services like steel, sweeper parts, and waste disposal. No public hearings are scheduled.

• Resolution 2023-16: Set salaries for town employees and civil service employees 2023
• Resolution 2023-17: Set salaries for exempt employees 2023
• Resolution 2023-18: Set salaries for department heads and assistant department heads 2023
• Resolution 2023-45: Award Bid #2022032 - Steel and Aluminum
• Resolution 2023-50: Extend contract with Modern Disposal Services, Inc. for municipal solid waste services