Cheektowaga Town, New York
Upcoming
Conservation Advisory Council - Regular Meeting
Planning Board - Regular Meeting
The Cheektowaga Planning Board will hold a regular meeting to discuss several development proposals. Under old business, a special use permit for a 109-foot wireless telecommunications tower at 760 French Road is on the agenda. New business includes a lot subdivision and site improvements at 157 Cleveland and a proposed 7-Brew drive-thru coffee shop at 1593 Walden Avenue. All items are classified as Unlisted SEAF FEAF under SEQRA.
- 760 French: Special Use Permit for 109-foot wireless telecommunications tower with accessory ground equipment
- 157 Cleveland: Development Review for lot subdivision, new accessible access area, parking stalls, grading, landscaping, and playground
- 1593 Walden: Development Review and Special Use Permit for 7-Brew drive-thru coffee shop (792 sq ft, 35 stacking spaces)
Board of Ethics - Regular Meeting
Board - Regular Meeting
The Cheektowaga Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a regular meeting to consider one tabled application and three new variance or appeal requests. The board will also approve minutes from prior meetings. No details on the nature of each request are provided in the agenda.
- Tabled item 2026-34: Valerie Stanek, 4 Sprucewood Drive
- New item 2026-42: Michael R. Sisti, 230 LeHavre Drive
- New item 2026-43: Jacqueline Garlow, 1368 Losson Road
- New item 2026-44: Kelly McEvoy, 158 Seton Road
Zoning Board of Appeals - Regular Meeting
The Zoning Board of Appeals will consider four items, including a special permit for a single-family home on a substandard lot, two area variances for driveway setbacks, and a temporary permit for a home-based candle business. All applications are listed as pending following public hearings.
- Special permit for Valerie Stanek to build single-family home at 4 Sprucewood Drive on under-width and under-area lot.
- Area variance for Michael R. Sisti to enlarge driveway 2 feet from property line at 230 LeHavre Drive (requires 5 feet).
- Temporary permit for Jacqueline Garlow to operate home-based candle manufacturing at 1368 Losson Road.
- Area variance for Kelly McEvoy for driveway expansion 0.5 foot from property line at 158 Seton Road.
ASHER (Active Shooter/Hostile Event Response) - Regular Meeting
Traffic Safety Commission - Regular Meeting
Board - Regular Meeting
Environmental Advisory Committee - Regular Meeting
Board - Regular Meeting
Conservation Advisory Council - Regular Meeting
Planning Board - Regular Meeting
ASHER (Active Shooter/Hostile Event Response) - Regular Meeting
Zoning Board of Appeals - Regular Meeting
Board - Regular Meeting
Environmental Advisory Committee - Regular Meeting
Veterans Affairs Committee - Regular Meeting
Board - Regular Meeting
Conservation Advisory Council - Regular Meeting
Planning Board - Regular Meeting
ASHER (Active Shooter/Hostile Event Response) - Regular Meeting
Traffic Safety Commission - Regular Meeting
Zoning Board of Appeals - Regular Meeting
Board - Regular Meeting
Environmental Advisory Committee - Regular Meeting
Veterans Affairs Committee - Regular Meeting
Planning Board - Regular Meeting
Board - Regular Meeting
Conservation Advisory Council - Regular Meeting
ASHER (Active Shooter/Hostile Event Response) - Regular Meeting
Traffic Safety Commission - Regular Meeting
Zoning Board of Appeals - Regular Meeting
Board - Regular Meeting
Environmental Advisory Committee - Regular Meeting
Recent meetings
Board - Regular Meeting
The board will vote on an amendment to the Flock Group ALPR camera contract for police, approve a negative declaration for a private battery energy storage system on a closed superfund site at 3695 Broadway, and set a public hearing for a Verizon small wireless facility at 20 Parwood Drive. They will also consider site plan approval for a community center at 3095 Genesee. A consent agenda includes routine fund transfers and warrant approvals totaling over $2.67 million.
- Resolution 2026-342: Amend agreement with Flock Group Inc. for police ALPR hardware/software
- Resolution 2026-417: Negative declaration for battery energy storage system at 3695 Broadway (closed superfund site)
- Resolution 2026-418: Development review/site plan approval for battery storage at 3695 Broadway
- Resolution 2026-415: Public hearing for Verizon small wireless facility at 20 Parwood Drive
- Resolution 2026-416: Site plan approval for community center at 3095 Genesee
The Town Board voted to table Resolution 2026-342, which would have added two FLOCK cameras to the police department. The motion was made by Councilmember Thompson and seconded by Councilmember Bakowski.
- Tabled Resolution 2026-342 (FLOCK camera expansion) (Thompson/Bakowski)
- Approved Consent Agenda (Bakowski/Elderkin)
- Approved meeting minutes for June 9, 2026
- Approved 30 resolutions for transfers, warrants, and appointments
- Approved Resolution 2026-443 (Juneteenth recognition)
- Approved Resolution 2026-444 (Police student interns)
- Approved Resolution 2026-445 (Senior Clerk appointment)
- Approved Resolution 2026-446 (Health Insurance Stop Loss Contract)
Environmental Advisory Committee - Regular Meeting
The Environmental Advisory Committee reviewed four development projects and utility permits. The committee discussed the 100 McKesson Parkway, 1746 Dale, 2013 Walden, and 760 French Road projects. No formal decisions were recorded.
- Reviewed 100 McKesson Parkway project (160 residential units)
- Reviewed 1746 Dale project (lot merger and addition)
- Reviewed 2013 Walden ROW project (micro cell facility)
- Reviewed 760 French Road project (telecommunications tower)
- No formal decisions recorded
ASHER (Active Shooter/Hostile Event Response) - Regular Meeting
Zoning Board of Appeals - Regular Meeting
The Zoning Board of Appeals will consider tabled items from prior meetings, including a temporary permit renewal for commercial fleet storage at 850 Aero Drive, an area variance for a detached garage height at 84 Kilbourne Road, and a use variance at 280 Pine Ridge Road to allow commercial uses in a residential district. The board will also hear several new variance applications for properties across the town.
- Tabled item 2026-23: Barclay Damon/Student Transportation of America seeks renewal of temporary permit for commercial automotive fleet storage at 850 Aero Drive (M2 zone) – currently pending.
- Tabled item 2026-25: Marcus Cline & Jennifer Hoffman seek area variance for a 14-ft detached garage at 84 Kilbourne Road (zoning max 12 ft) – currently pending.
- Tabled item 2026-30: Derrick C. Warburton Sr. seeks use variance at 280 Pine Ridge Road to allow private club, personal services, and restaurant/event space in an R-Residence District – currently pending.
- New item 2026-31: Frank A. Chinnici/Main McKesson LP application for 0 & 100 McKesson Parkway.
- New item 2026-40: Matthew C. Edwards/Buffalo Construction Consultants/Niagara Power Transformer application for 1746 Dale Road / 24 Anderson Road.
The Zoning Board of Appeals granted a two-year renewal of a temporary use permit for Student Transportation of America to continue operating a bus depot at 850 Aero Drive, with a condition to pursue a zoning text amendment. The board also unanimously approved an area variance for a 14-foot garage at 84 Kilbourne Road, requiring front siding to match the house. A use variance for the historic George Urban Mansion at 280 Pine Ridge Road was discussed but no decision was made; applicants were directed to review parking agreements and conditions.
- Granted temporary permit renewal for Student Transportation of America bus depot at 850 Aero Drive (unanimous, 4-0)
- Granted area variance for 14-foot detached garage at 84 Kilbourne Road with siding condition (unanimous, 4-0)
- Discussed use variance for 280 Pine Ridge Road (George Urban Mansion) but took no vote; directed further coordination with town
Traffic Safety Commission - Regular Meeting
The Traffic Safety Commission will discuss new business regarding Mapleview Road and old business concerning Mildred Drive and general commission matters. No decisions or votes are listed on the agenda.
- New Business: Mapleview Rd.
- Old Business: Mildred Drive
- Old Business: Traffic Safety Commission discussion
The Cheektowaga Traffic Safety Commission met on June 16, 2026, and addressed several resident complaints regarding stop signs, truck traffic, and speeding. No formal decisions or votes were taken; all requests were referred for review or enforcement action. The treasurer's report showed a balance of $467.00.
- Accepted previous meeting minutes (motion carried)
- Referred stop sign request at Mapleview & Bixler to police review
- Set up checkpoint on Dean Rd for truck traffic monitoring
- Referred baseball sign replacement request for review
- Established speed checkpoint on Marne Rd
- Initiated speed checkpoint on Mildred Dr with summonses issued
- Discussed stipend request for TSC members; Town Board will consider
Planning Board - Regular Meeting
The Planning Board will hold a public hearing and consider a special use permit for a proposed 7-Brew drive-thru coffee shop at 1593 Walden Avenue. They will also review special use permits for two telecommunications facilities: a microcell at 2013 Walden and a 109-foot tower at 760 French. Additionally, an equipment upgrade at 20 Parwood and a change in use to a community cultural center at 3095 Genesee will be discussed.
- Review of Special Use Permit for 7-Brew coffee shop at 1593 Walden (drive-thru only, 792 sq ft)
- Review of Special Use Permit for microcell telecommunications facility at 2013 Walden
- Review of Special Use Permit for 109' telecommunications tower at 760 French
- Review of equipment upgrade at 20 Parwood
- Review of change in use to community cultural center at 3095 Genesee
The Cheektowaga Planning Board voted unanimously to recommend approval for a community cultural center at 3095 Genesee Street and for a microcell wireless facility at 760 French Road. It tabled a proposed 7 Brew coffee shop drive-thru at 1593 Walden Avenue pending a traffic study and tabled a 109-foot telecom tower at 2013 Walden Avenue pending a balloon study and public hearing. The board also recommended approval for a micro-cell equipment upgrade at 20 Parwood.
- Recommended approval for change in use to community cultural center at 3095 Genesee (5-0).
- Tabled 1593 Walden 7 Brew coffee shop drive-thru for traffic study and parking review.
- Recommended approval for microcell wireless facility at 760 French Road (5-0).
- Tabled 2013 Walden 109-ft telecom tower for balloon study and public hearing.
- Recommended approval for micro-cell equipment upgrade at 20 Parwood (5-0).
Conservation Advisory Council - Regular Meeting
Board - Regular Meeting
The Town Board will hold a public hearing on Local Law Intro No. 5, which would create a chapter in the town code titled 'Town Term Limits Law.' The board will also consider an amendment to the agreement with Flock Group Inc. for police ALPR camera hardware and software. Consent agenda items include fund transfers, approval of warrants totaling $1,168,413.50, and environmental review and a special use permit for a Verizon telecommunications equipment replacement at 2560 Walden.
- Public Hearing: Local Law Intro No. 5 – Town Term Limits Law
- Resolution 2026-342: Amend agreement with Flock Group Inc. for Cheektowaga Police Department ALPR cameras and software
- Resolution 2026-375: Transfer of funds including $44,041 from regular payroll and $24,212 from diesel fuel, among other accounts
- Resolution 2026-377 & 378: 2560 Walden – Negative Declaration under NYSEQRA and Special Use Permit for Verizon telecom tower equipment replacement
- Consent agenda warrant approval totaling $1,168,413.50 across multiple funds
The Town Board approved Resolution 2026-411, appointing Jacob T. Wodowski as a competitive/permanent detective in the Police Department. A presentation on Flock license plate reader technology was given, followed by extensive public comment on privacy and security concerns, but no vote on Flock was taken. The board also heard a report on the program's crime-solving successes.
- Approved appointment of Detective Jacob T. Wodowski (unanimous; resolution suspended rules)
Veterans Affairs Committee - Regular Meeting
The Cheektowaga Town Board will hold a public hearing on Local Law Intro No. 5, which would create a chapter in the town code titled Town Term Limits Law. The board will also consider nearly 40 resolutions, including an amendment to the Flock Group Inc. agreement for police hardware and software, adoption of a separate term limits local law (Local Law No. 7), and various appointments, purchases, and special event permits. Public comment periods are scheduled at the beginning and end of the meeting.
- Public hearing on Local Law Intro No. 5 – Town Term Limits Law
- Resolution 2026-342: Amend agreement with Flock Group Inc. for Cheektowaga Police Department hardware and software products
- Resolution 2026-383: Adopt Local Law No. 7 of 2026 – Town Term Limits
- Resolution 2026-384: In Support of India's Law (S.9126A/A.10718A)
- Resolution 2026-390: Accept donated LED sports lighting fixtures from Highmark Stadium
Environmental Advisory Committee - Regular Meeting
The committee will review several development proposals and a special use permit for telecommunications equipment. The most consequential item is a negative declaration for a 160-unit residential project at 100 McKesson Parkway, with four buildings and a clubhouse. Other items involve multi-parcel site modifications on Dale Road, including lot mergers, building additions, and parking reconfiguration.
- 100 McKesson Parkway: 160 residential units in four 4-story buildings plus clubhouse; negative declaration RES-2026-81
- 2560 Walden: Special use permit to replace and co-locate telecommunication equipment
- 1747 Dale: Utility upgrades and three points of cross-parcel access for circulation
- 1746 Dale: Lot merger with 24 Anderson, demolition of southern building, 23,638 sq-ft addition
- 1755 Dale: Two additions totaling 31,910 sq-ft, parking reconfiguration, three connection points to 1747 Dale
The Environmental Advisory Committee met May 27, 2026, with only two members present (Dan Young and Pat Bowen). They recommended approval of five projects, including a 160-unit residential development at 100 McKesson Parkway, telecommunication equipment replacement at 2560 Walden, and three related Dale Road projects involving lot mergers, additions, and access modifications. All votes were 2-0.
- Recommended approval of 160-unit residential development at 100 McKesson Parkway (2-0, awaiting variance confirmation)
- Recommended approval of telecommunication equipment replacement/co-location at 2560 Walden (2-0)
- Recommended approval of utility upgrades and cross-parcel access at 1747 Dale (2-0)
- Recommended approval of lot merger and 23,638 sq-ft addition at 1746 Dale/24 Anderson (2-0, awaiting variance hearing)
- Recommended approval of two additions totaling 31,910 sq-ft and parking reconfiguration at 1755 Dale (2-0)
Board - Regular Meeting
The Cheektowaga Town Board is meeting on May 26, 2026 to vote on several resolutions, including a local law to amend the occupancy tax (Chapter 220, Article XI). Other items include a resolution supporting the NY Health Act, amendments to police ALPR camera agreements, and a contract for summer camp busing. The consent agenda covers minutes, a warrant totaling $9,290,739.50, and fund transfers.
- Adopt Local Law No. 6 of 2026 amending the Town's occupancy tax (Chapter 220, Article XI), following a public hearing.
- Amend agreement with Flock Group Inc. for Cheektowaga Police Department ALPR camera hardware and software (no dollar amount specified).
- Award summer camp busing contract to WNY Bus Co. for $11,675 for the Department of Youth & Recreational Services.
- Transfer $20,000 from Contingency to Facilities Maintenance & Repairs (Resolution 2026-339).
- Resolution supporting the NY Health Act (S.3425/A.1466) to establish universal health coverage for New York residents.
Zoning Board of Appeals - Regular Meeting
The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings and vote on 14 new items, including a request for a front-yard and parking setback variance to build a drive-thru coffee shop at 1593 Walden Avenue and adjacent Dale Road parcels, and a temporary permit for an outdoor fireworks sales display at 3825-3865 Union Road. A zoning decision document for the coffee-shop variance is included; other items are listed without detailed filings.
- Area variance for 1593 Walden LLC to build a 510-sq-ft drive-thru coffee shop at 1593 Walden Ave and 1492, 1496, 1500 Dale Rd; seeks 43.43-ft front-yard setback (required 50 ft) and 2.49-ft parking setback (required 25 ft).
- Temporary permit application by Superior Tent Rentals/American Promotional Events for outdoor fireworks sales display at 3825-3865 Union Road in a C-Retail Business zone where outdoor sales are not permitted.
- Pending decision on area variance to merge four parcels and construct a commercial building with a walk-in cooler and five parking spaces.
- Additional items include applications for AC Power 48 LLC at 3695 Broadway, Niagara Transformer at 1755 Dale Rd, Student Transportation of America at 850 Aero Dr, and multiple residential variances (e.g., 39 Wilshire Rd, 84 Kilbourne Rd, 158 Seton Rd, 80 Milsom Ave, 1258 Walden Ave, 11 Gregory Ct, 280 Pine Ridge Rd).
- All items are listed as new but only the first two include detailed application materials; decisions are pending as of the meeting date.
The Zoning Board of Appeals granted all requests on the May 20, 2026 agenda. Approved a temporary use permit for a TNT Fireworks sales tent, area variances for a Seven Brew drive-through coffee shop at 1593 Walden Ave, fence-height variances for a battery energy storage system at 3695 Broadway, and two sets of variances for a Niagara Power Transformer manufacturing expansion at 1755 Dale Road. All votes were unanimous.
- Granted two-year temporary use permit for TNT Fireworks outdoor sales tent at 3825-3865 Union Road (unanimous)
- Granted front-yard and parking setback variances for Seven Brew drive-through at 1593 Walden Ave, contingent on DOT traffic study (unanimous)
- Granted two fence-height variances (8 ft) for battery storage facility at 3695 Broadway (unanimous)
- Granted side-yard setback variance for loading area at Niagara Power Transformer campus, 1755 Dale Road (unanimous)
- Granted three variances (front-yard setback, side-yard setback, circulation path) for Niagara Power Transformer expansion at 1755 Dale Road (unanimous)
- Approved minutes of April 15, 2026 meeting (unanimous)
Traffic Safety Commission - Regular Meeting
ASHER (Active Shooter/Hostile Event Response) - Regular Meeting
The committee reviewed upcoming training dates and discussed potential grant proposals for vehicle replacement. No financial expenditures were recorded since the last meeting.
- TACC training scheduled for August 17th and August 24th
- RTF Ops Level training scheduled for September 26th and 27th
- Planning subcommittee on hold until Lt. McAdams returns from the FBI
Planning Board - Regular Meeting
The Cheektowaga Planning Board will review several development proposals, including a 160-unit residential complex at 100 McKesson Parkway, a 155-foot AT&T telecom tower at 940 Losson, and a 5 MW battery storage system at 3695 Broadway. Also under consideration are a 7-Brew drive-thru coffee shop at 1593 Walden and multiple projects on Dale Road involving lot mergers, additions, and circulation upgrades. The board will decide on environmental reviews and special use permits.
- 160 residential units in four 4-story buildings with clubhouse at 100 McKesson Parkway
- AT&T 155-foot mono-pine telecom tower with 21 devices and backup generator at 940 Losson
- 5 MW battery energy storage system at 3695 Broadway
- 7-Brew drive-thru coffee shop (792 sq ft) at 1593 Walden
- Multi-parcel Dale Road projects: lot merger, demolition, building additions totaling 31,910 sq ft
Conservation Advisory Council - Regular Meeting
Board - Regular Meeting
This regular meeting includes a public hearing on a local law to amend taxation, board discussion, and a consent agenda. The board will debate a resolution to censure Councilmember Pilarski for failing to file IRS paperwork for a nonprofit he leads. Other actions include adopting sewer inspection amendments, authorizing road repaving for Village of Sloan, and repealing a tax exemption for certain energy systems.
- Resolution 2026-236: Censure of Councilmember Brian Pilarski for failing to maintain nonprofit tax-exempt status
- Adopt Local Law No. 4 amending Town Sewers Law (Section 198-27 Connection Inspection)
- Authorize Highway Department to assist Village of Sloan with road repaving
- Award $189,000 contract to Murray Roofing Co. for reroofing Highway Department Garage at 3145 Union Road
- Adopt Local Law No. 5 repealing Article X Opt-Out Exemption for Certain Energy Systems (tax exemption)
The Town Board adopted Local Law No. 5 of 2026, repealing the opt-out exemption for certain energy systems from the town taxation law. The board also approved a consent agenda including a roof bid, site plans, and numerous appointments, and separately voted on resolutions removed from the consent agenda, including support for the NY Health Act and the appointment of a civil engineer.
- Adopted Local Law No. 5 of 2026 to repeal opt-out exemption for energy systems (unanimous)
- Approved consent agenda with 33 items, including award of bid for Highway Department garage reroofing, site plan reviews, and multiple appointments
- Removed seven resolutions from consent agenda for separate discussion: 2026-296, 2026-310, 2026-311, 2026-316, 2026-320, 2026-327, 2026-328
- Approved Resolution 2026-310 in support of Safe Water and Infrastructure Action Program
- Approved Resolution 2026-311 in support of NY Health Act
- Approved amended reappointments to EMS Board (Resolution 2026-316)
- Approved appointment of Civil Engineer Mark J. Christel (Resolution 2026-320)
- Approved retroactive temporary appointments in Sanitation Department (Resolution 2026-327)
Veterans Affairs Committee - Regular Meeting
The Town Board will hold a public hearing on a local law to amend the town's taxation law (Chapter 220) and consider a resolution to censure Councilmember Brian Pilarski. The board will also vote on adopting Local Law No. 5 to repeal the opt-out exemption for certain energy systems, and authorize the Highway Department to assist the Village of Sloan with road repaving. Numerous appointments, transfers, and routine consent agenda items are also on the agenda.
- Resolution 2026-236: Censure of Councilmember Brian Pilarski
- Public hearing on Local Law No. 4 of 2026 amending taxation law (Chapter 220)
- Resolution 2026-273: Authorize Highway Department to assist Village of Sloan with road repaving
- Resolution 2026-296: Adopt Local Law No. 5 of 2026 repealing opt-out exemption for certain energy systems
- Resolutions 2026-334/335: Authorize lease of Senior Center as early voting and election polling locations
Environmental Advisory Committee - Regular Meeting
The Environmental Advisory Committee will discuss several development projects including a proposed AT&T wireless telecommunication tower at 940 Losson, a 53,000 sq-ft tire storage facility at 3419 Broadway, and a 5 MW battery installation at 3695 Broadway. Also under review are a 6,000 sq-ft expansion at 4455 Genesee, a parking area expansion at 2370 Walden, and a new 7-Brew drive-thru coffee shop at 1593 Walden. The committee will also re-engage the Nokomis Park improvement project.
- AT&T proposes a 155-foot mono-pine tower with 21 devices and backup diesel generator at 940 Losson
- Proposed 53,000 sq-ft commercial tire storage building at 3419 Broadway (negative declaration rescinded)
- 5 MW battery module installation at 3695 Broadway
- New 792 sq-ft 7-Brew drive-thru coffee shop at 1593 Walden
- Nokomis Park improvement project re-affirmation resolution tabled by Town Board
The Environmental Advisory Committee reviewed seven development proposals and one capital project. Two items were withdrawn: the Nokomis Park improvement due to a prior Town Board vote, and a 7-Brew coffee shop because it qualifies as a Type II action requiring no environmental review. A motion was made to amend a Negative Declaration for a 4455 Genesee expansion. All motions passed 3-0-9, with the remaining five proposals reviewed with no further committee action recorded.
- Nokomis Park project withdrawn due to Town Board action
- 1593 Walden 7-Brew proposal withdrawn as Type II action
- 4455 Genesee expansion motioned to amend Negative Declaration
- 940 Losson Road AT&T tower proposal reviewed with no action
- 3419 Broadway commercial tire storage proposal reviewed with no action
- 3695 Broadway 5 MW battery module proposal reviewed with no action
- 2370 Walden parking expansion proposal reviewed with no action
- 7 Community Drive parking expansion added to agenda with no action
Board - Regular Meeting
The Cheektowaga Town Board will vote on a resolution to censure Councilmember Brian Pilarski for failure to file nonprofit tax paperwork. Other business includes authorizing a contract with Power & Construction Group for streetlight repairs, reaffirming a negative environmental declaration for Nokomis Park improvements, and approving a $7.76 million warrant. The consent agenda includes a roof replacement bid for the Anna Reinstein Library and a local law amendment to the town sewers law.
- Censure resolution against Councilmember Brian Pilarski for IRS filing failures
- Authorize two-year contract with Power & Construction Group for streetlight maintenance of ~7,958 LED lights
- Reaffirm SEQRA negative declaration for Nokomis Park playground improvements
- Approve $7,759,817.75 warrant covering multiple town funds
- Adopt Local Law No. 4 amending town sewers law (connection inspection)
The Cheektowaga Town Board voted to repeal the opt-out exemption for certain energy systems (solar), adopted a local law amending sewer connection inspections, and approved assisting the Village of Sloan with sewer inspections and road repaving. The board also abolished the Comptroller position. All votes were recorded as unanimous.
- Repealed Article X opt-out exemption for certain energy systems (solar)
- Adopted Local Law No. 4 amending sewer connection inspection requirements
- Authorized assisting Village of Sloan with sewer inspections and road repaving
- Abolished Comptroller position
- Extended appointment of Acting Town Justice Jeffrey F. Voelkl
- Accepted Edward Byrne Memorial JAG Grant
- Set department head salaries
- Approved consent agenda including fund transfer, warrant, and roof replacement bid
Traffic Safety Commission - Regular Meeting
The Traffic Safety Commission reviewed several traffic complaints, including speeding at the Aero Dr roundabouts, parking concerns on Caprice Dr, and a request for crosswalks at Cleveland Hill Schools. No formal decisions or votes were made; most items were referred to the Town of Cheektowaga Police Department or the Town Engineering Department for follow-up.
- Referred truck traffic complaint on RV Daren Dr to TOCPD for enforcement
- Noted town policy precludes speed bumps; TOCPD will conduct speed checkpoints at Aero Dr
- Will not install 'children at play' sign on Maryvale Dr per town policy
- Additional 'DEAD END' sign to be added at North End of Standard Parkway
- Referred parking restriction on NE corner of Doat St & Pine Ridge to Town Engineer for discussion
- Crosswalk request for Cleveland Hill Schools forwarded to Town Engineering for consultant study
- Speed limit sign on Elwood Place has been replaced; no commercial truck sign request noted
- Turn-on-red violations at Union Rd & French Rd being monitored by TOCPD checkpoint
Zoning Board of Appeals - Regular Meeting
The Zoning Board of Appeals reviews three new applications: a temporary permit for a used car sales lot in a C-Retail district where automotive uses are not normally allowed, an area variance for a driveway expansion at 90 Vern Lane, and a special permit for a home-based baking business at 6A Samuel Drive. All decisions are listed as pending pending further action.
- 2026-14: Abdul Salman requests a Temporary Use Permit to operate a used car sales lot at 1310 French Road (C-Retail district, automotive uses not permitted).
- 2026-15: Austin Able seeks an Area Variance for a driveway expansion at 90 Vern Lane that is 3 ft from the property line (required 5 ft) and 10 ft in front of the dwelling (not permitted).
- 2026-16: Denise Heffernan applies for a Special Permit to operate a home-based baking business at 6A Samuel Drive.
ASHER (Active Shooter/Hostile Event Response) - Regular Meeting
Board - Regular Meeting
The Cheektowaga Town Board will hold a public hearing on repealing the opt-out exemption for certain energy systems under Article X of the town tax law. The board also will vote on several resolutions, including a censure of Councilmember Brian Pilarski for failing to maintain the nonprofit status of the Seneca-Babcock Community Association, a contract for streetlight repairs, and a police detective promotion.
- Public hearing on repealing Article X opt-out exemption for certain energy systems
- Censure resolution for Councilmember Brian Pilarski over nonprofit filing failures
- Authorize a 2-year contract with Power & Construction Group for streetlight repairs and maintenance
- Appointment of Police Officer Michael S. Cavanagh to Detective
- Change order #2 for $1,135 for electrical modifications to generator at Police & Court Building
The Cheektowaga Town Board tabled Resolution 2026-213, a contract with Power and Construction Group for streetlight repairs and maintenance. The board approved a 23-item consent agenda covering routine administrative actions, including fund transfers, warrants, and personnel appointments. A public hearing was closed on a proposal to repeal the opt-out exemption for certain energy systems, but no vote was taken on the repeal itself. Four resolutions were removed from the consent agenda for separate discussion, but no votes on them are recorded in the minutes.
- Tabled Resolution 2026-213 – Authorize Supervisor to Execute Contract With Power and Construction Group Inc for Streetlight Repairs and Maintenance
- Approved Consent Agenda (Resolutions 2026-231 through 2026-260, minus removed items) including fund transfers, warrant, agreements, and personnel actions
- Closed public hearing on repeal of Article X Opt-Out Exemption for Certain Energy Systems (no vote on repeal)
- Approved meeting minutes of March 24, 2026
- Approved meeting agenda
- Opened public hearing on repeal of energy system tax exemption
Planning Board - Regular Meeting
The Cheektowaga Planning Board will consider old business including a development review for an AT&T wireless telecommunication tower at 940 Losson Road. New business items include a community cultural center at 3095 Genesee Street, a site plan amendment for a 7,020 sq-ft expansion at 4455 Genesee Street, a 5 MW battery storage installation at 3695 Broadway, and a parking area expansion at 2370 Walden Avenue.
- AT&T proposes a 155-foot mono-pine tower with 21 devices, cabinets, and a backup diesel generator at 940 Losson (old business)
- A change in use to establish a community cultural center at 3095 Genesee Street (new business)
- Site plan amendment to increase a building expansion from 6,000 to 7,020 sq-ft for research/testing at 4455 Genesee Street
- A 5 MW battery module installation with transformer and grid tie-in at 3695 Broadway
- Expansion of sale vehicle parking area by 1.8 acres at 2370 Walden Avenue