{
 "city": "Batavia",
 "state": "NY",
 "page": "https://mytown.theboringparts.com/city/batavianewyork.com/",
 "attribution": "MyTown / The Boring Parts — CC BY 4.0. Summaries AI-generated from official sources.",
 "license": "https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/",
 "generated": "2026-08-20",
 "upcoming": [
  {
   "date": "2026-08-26",
   "body": "Historic Preservation Commission",
   "headline": "Historic board to review porch repairs at 15 Thomas Avenue",
   "summary": "The Batavia Historic Preservation Commission will hold a public hearing and consider a proposal for porch repairs at 15 Thomas Avenue, submitted by contractor Randy Boyce. The board will first review the application for completeness before opening the hearing and taking action. The meeting also includes approval of the February 25, 2026 minutes.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.batavianewyork.com/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_08262026-1027",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.batavianewyork.com/AgendaCenter"
  }
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 "recent": [
  {
   "date": "2026-08-18",
   "body": "Planning & Development Committee",
   "headline": null,
   "summary": null,
   "agenda_url": "https://www.batavianewyork.com/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_08182026-1026",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.batavianewyork.com/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-08-10",
   "body": "City Council",
   "headline": "Council to consider rejecting all bids for City Centre public restroom project",
   "summary": "The Batavia City Council will hold a business meeting on August 10, 2026, to consider several resolutions, including rejecting all bids for the City Centre public restroom construction project, upgrading security and technology for City Hall, and authorizing the use of Video Lottery Terminal (VLT) aid for the Fire Station roof project. The council will also review and approve the May and June 2026 financial reports and minutes, and consider budget amendments for the General Fund and Health Insurance Fund, as well as a $334,000 transfer from Fire Department capital equipment reserves for a ladder truck purchase.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.batavianewyork.com/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_08102026-1025",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.batavianewyork.com/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-08-10",
   "body": "City Council",
   "headline": "Council to reject all bids for City Centre public restroom project",
   "summary": "The Batavia City Council is meeting to consider several resolutions, including rejecting all bids for the City Centre public restroom construction project because the lowest bid exceeded available funding. The council will also vote on funding for security and technology upgrades at City Hall, a fire station roof replacement, an access agreement with Econse for a wastewater treatment pilot project, and year-end budget adjustments. Public comments and communications on liquor licenses and event permits are also on the agenda.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.batavianewyork.com/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_08102026-1024",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.batavianewyork.com/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-23",
   "body": "Zoning Board of Appeals",
   "headline": "Zoning board to hear four area variance requests, including a cargo container at 100 Pearl St.",
   "summary": "The Batavia Zoning Board of Appeals will consider four area variance requests at its July 23, 2026 meeting. Items include a steel cargo container at 100 Pearl Street, a shed at 225 Liberty Street, and deck replacements at 18 Fairmont Avenue and 14 Montclair Avenue. The board will also approve minutes from its April 23 meeting and set the next meeting date.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.batavianewyork.com/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07232026-1022",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.batavianewyork.com/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-21",
   "body": "Planning & Development Committee",
   "headline": "Committee to review Taco Bell relocation, city land transfer",
   "summary": "The Planning & Development Committee will review two proposals: a minor subdivision to transfer 10 West Main Street from the City to the Batavia Development Corporation, and a sketch plan for a Taco Bell relocation from 413 West Main Street to 244-248 West Main Street. The committee will also consider approval of the June 16, 2026 meeting minutes.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.batavianewyork.com/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07212026-1023",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.batavianewyork.com/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-22",
   "body": "City Council",
   "headline": "Council to accept $8.3M in grants for lead pipe replacement, $1.5M for Pearl St water main",
   "summary": "The City Council will vote on accepting $8.3 million in state and federal grants and up to $3.2 million in interest-free financing for a citywide lead service line replacement project. They will also consider applying for a $1.5 million CDBG grant to replace a failing water main on Pearl Street. Other items include budget amendments for health insurance and workers' compensation, a court judge term correction, and an ice rink lease renewal.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.batavianewyork.com/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06222026-1020",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.batavianewyork.com/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_06222026-1020",
   "source": "https://www.batavianewyork.com/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-22",
   "body": "City Council",
   "headline": "Council to vote on $12.7M lead pipe replacement, Pearl St water grant",
   "summary": "The City Council will vote on several resolutions at a special business meeting. Key items include accepting $8.3 million in federal grants and $3.2 million in interest-free financing for a $12.7 million lead service line replacement project, and supporting a $1.5 million CDBG grant application for the Pearl Street water project. The council will also renew the operating agreement for the David M. McCarthy Ice Arena for five years, correct the term of Acting City Court Judge Andrea R. Clattenburg to September 10, 2029, and appoint Jason Smith to the Historic Preservation Commission. An executive session is scheduled for employment matters.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.batavianewyork.com/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06222026-1021",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.batavianewyork.com/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_06222026-1021",
   "source": "https://www.batavianewyork.com/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-16",
   "body": "Planning & Development Committee",
   "headline": "Committee to review Ellicott Station ADA ramp move and 235 State St rezone",
   "summary": "The Planning & Development Committee will review two proposals: a site plan modification to relocate the ADA ramp at Ellicott Station from the west to the east side, and a request to rezone 235 State Street from R-1 Residential to P-5 Planned Development District for a senior housing and commercial development. The committee will make recommendations to City Council on the rezone. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from the April 21 meeting.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.batavianewyork.com/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06162026-1019",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.batavianewyork.com/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-08",
   "body": "City Council",
   "headline": "Council to vote on $500K grant for Brisbane Mansion redevelopment",
   "summary": "The City Council will consider resolutions to apply for a $500,000 New York Main Street Anchor Grant to redevelop 10 West Main Street (the former police station), and two Assistance to Firefighters Grants totaling up to $1,075,000 for fire equipment and a vehicle. The council will also vote on budget amendments to close out the 2025/26 fiscal year, including adjustments for police overtime, legal expenses, and health insurance and workers' compensation funds.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.batavianewyork.com/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06082026-1017",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.batavianewyork.com/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_06082026-1017",
   "source": "https://www.batavianewyork.com/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-08",
   "body": "City Council",
   "headline": "Council to vote on police services deal for Batavia Downs concerts",
   "summary": "The Batavia City Council will consider a resolution to enter into an agreement with Western Regional Off-Track Betting Corporation/Batavia Downs Gaming and Hotel to provide police services for the 2026 concert series. Other items include amending the non-union employee policy, adding funds to the K-9 committed fund balance, renewing the occupancy agreement with Genesee County for the courts facility, rejecting all bids for a tilt trailer, and transferring $187,059 from the Water Fund Capital Improvement Reserve to the Water Fund Debt Service Reserve. The council will also vote on supporting a New York Main Street grant application and submitting applications for Assistance to Firefighters Grants.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.batavianewyork.com/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06082026-1018",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.batavianewyork.com/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_06082026-1018",
   "source": "https://www.batavianewyork.com/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-05-26",
   "body": "City Council",
   "headline": "Council to apply for $600K NY Plays grant for Williams Park playground",
   "summary": "The City Council will vote on resolutions to apply for grant funding for park improvements, police technology, and tree services. A public hearing on the Community Development Block Grant program will be scheduled. The council will also authorize temporary use of a Town of Batavia fire engine while Engine 12 is repaired.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.batavianewyork.com/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_05262026-1016",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.batavianewyork.com/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_05262026-1016",
   "source": "https://www.batavianewyork.com/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-05-26",
   "body": "City Council",
   "headline": "Council to vote on non-union benefit changes, K9 fund, and police services deal",
   "summary": "The Batavia City Council is holding a conference meeting to discuss and vote on several items, including amendments to the non-union employee benefit policy, a resolution for the K9 fund balance, and an agreement for police services at the Batavia Downs 2026 concert series. Other items include a renewal of the occupancy agreement for the Genesee County Court Facility, rejection of bids for a tilt trailer, and a transfer of water fund capital improvement reserves. The council will also consider applications for the Walk to End Alzheimer’s and a Foam Party Zone event series.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.batavianewyork.com/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_05262026-1015",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.batavianewyork.com/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_05262026-1015",
   "source": "https://www.batavianewyork.com/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-05-11",
   "body": "City Council",
   "headline": "Council to vote on $759,500 in water/sewer equipment and $250K police grant",
   "summary": "The Batavia City Council will consider resolutions to purchase a hydro-excavation truck, lead puller, and hydrant cleaner for $759,500 from water and sewer equipment reserves, and to accept a $250,096 state grant for intimate partner violence reduction. Other items include declaring the Brisbane Mansion surplus property for transfer to the Batavia Development Corporation, reclassifying two city positions, and approving a sidewalk replacement contract with E.J. Militello Concrete, Inc.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.batavianewyork.com/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_05112026-1014",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.batavianewyork.com/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_05112026-1014",
   "source": "https://www.batavianewyork.com/AgendaCenter"
  }
 ]
}