Legislation Committee - Council Committee Meeting
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25-2008 : Food Store License (NEW) 2175 South Park (SOU)
The applicant is ABDULLA, ZEQUCHBFEA DA (dba BUFFALO FRESH 3 INC.)
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25-2009 : Food Store License (NEW) 500 Elmwood (ELL)
The application indicates the business will operate as a retail convenience store selling groceries, snacks, and beverages
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25-2010 : Food Store License (NEW) 1728 Broadway (LOV)
The application is for a "Food Store" which requires a NYS Ags & Mkts License and is subject to Common Council approval
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25-2011 : Food Store License (NEW) 1474 Genesee (ELL)
The application specifies the business activity as a "RETAIL GROCERY STORE" and requires a Food Store license with a NYS Ags & Mkts License
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25-2012 : Restaurant Dance License (New) 262 Aka 274 DELAWARE AVE (FIL)
The application details the business as a Limited Liability Company and lists the business name as 'The Underground Nite Club'
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25-2013 : Used Car Dealer (NEW) 283 Broadway (ELL)
The application has been reviewed by various city departments, including Zoning, Fire, and Building Inspections, and found to comply with regulations
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25-2015 : J. Morrell, Planning Board Findings 12.1.25 (382 Abbott, 115 Englewood, 331 Vermont)
Operating hours will be Wednesday-Friday (4:00 PM - 12:00 AM) and Saturday-Sunday (12:00 PM - 12:00 AM)
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25-2030 : Z. Kyaw, Special Use - 67 Hertel - Neighborhood Shop (Retail/Svcs Gen) N-2R Zone (Nor)(Hrg1/27/26)
The property is located in the N-2R Zone
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25-2031 : K. Twombly, Special Use - 2212 Niagara for Gas Station in D-S Zone (Nor)(Hrg1/27/26)
The applicant, United Refining Holdings, represented by APD Engineering & Architecture, PLLC, proposes to demolish the existing gas station and redeve...
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25-1956 : Property Managers License (NEW) J. ELLIOT & COMPANY LLC
ELLIOT & COMPANY LLC, with Jared Hojnacki as the applicant
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25-1901 : Food Store License (NEW) 1105 Broadway (FIL)
The application has been reviewed for form and is awaiting investigation and final approval from various city departments including Zoning, Fire, Buil...
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25-1902 : Food Store License (NEW) 1358 Broadway (FIL)
The application has been reviewed for form and is correct
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25-1905 : Food Store License (NEW) 3142 Main
The application has been reviewed for form and is awaiting investigation and required approvals from various city departments, including Zoning, Fire,...
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25-1906 : Food Store License (NEW) 535 Walden (FIL)
The application has been reviewed for form and correctness by the Permits department
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25-2033 : Feroleto, Wyatt - Ord Amend Chap 175-1 Enumeration of Fees
Specifically, it modifies fees related to the use of facilities within Chapter 309, Parks and Other Open Spaces, particularly §309-28 concerning facil...
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25-2044 : Halton-Pope-Council Review of Property Manager License Renewals and Improving the Application Process(Exc Res
The City Code requires property managers to be licensed annually, with renewals due by November 30th
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25-1960 : Food Store Renewals for 2026
As per Chapter 194-7.1 of the City of Buffalo Ordinances, the Common Council is required to review a list of expiring licenses and notify the Permits ...
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25-1969 : Rozier, J, Special Use Permit 799 Northampton for Assembly in N-3R Zone (MAS)(Hrg 1/13/26)
The property is located in the N-3R Zone
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25-1904 : Food Store License NEW 1059 Grant St. (NIA)
The application has been reviewed for form and is correct
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25-1922 : J.Darbo, Special Use - 331 Vermont for Neighborhood Shop (Retail Svcs General) N-2R Zone (Nia)(12/30/25)
The property is located in the N-2R Zone
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25-1923 : S. Hassain, Special Use - 115 Englewood for Neighborhood Shop (Restaurant, Take-Out) N-3R Zone (Uni)(12/30/25)
The property is located in an N-3R Zone
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25-1924 : A.Prentice - Special Use - 382 Abbott for Tavern in N-3E Zone (Sou)(Hrg 12/30/25)
The property is located in an N-3E Zone
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25-1689 : Food Store License (NEW) 897 TONAWANDA (NOR)
The application is for a "Food Store" license, which has a fee of $500.00
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25-1929 : Halton-Pope, Bollman, Nowakowski, Everhart - Establishing Legislative Counsel for the Common Council
The Legislative Counsel will be an attorney with at least three years of experience, providing independent legal advice to the Council
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25-1682 : Food Store License (NEW) 1005 Abbott (SOU)
The application is for a Food Store license, which costs $250.00 and requires a NYS Agriculture and Markets License
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25-1686 : Food Store Licenese (NEW) 3142 Main St (UNI)
The application is for UB IN & OUT INC., with Mohammad Tarek Al Mussa Al Alian listed as the applicant
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25-1453 : Lodging House (NEW) 1998 Aka 1996 South Park Ave (SO)
The application is for McCarty Properties LLC, with Greg McCarty as the applicant
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25-1860 : Halton-Pope - Request - Public Hearings on Special Use Permits be Held After Planning Board Review
The Council believes this change will provide a clearer understanding of proposals for both the Council and the public, leading to more meaningful inp...
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25-1636 : James, A, Zoning Map Amendment - 2094 Fillmore from N-2R to N-3E Zone (MAS)(Hrg 10/21/2025)
The applicant, A
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24-1963 : Planning Board Finding - Planned Unit Development - 680 Amherst / Voelker's Lanes
24-1963 : Planning Board Finding - Planned Unit Development - 680 Amherst Communication 6 appearances housingplanning +1 more
The project proposes a mixed-use development across two phases, including:
Phase 1: A 5-story, 230-unit multi-family building on approximately 1.7...
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24-1882 : SEQR Neg Dec - 680 Amherst St
The project involves a minor subdivision and major site plan approval for the redevelopment of 3.102 acres
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24-1771 : T.Haut, Planned Unit Development- 680 Amherst & 666, 668, 670 Amherst …
The project aims to replace vacant and underutilized properties with affordable housing and commercial space, requiring waivers from existing N-3C, N-...
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25-1565 : Humphrey, E, Special Use Permit 3076 Bailey for Rooming House in N-3C Zone (MAS)(Hrg 10/7/2025)
The proposed use is for individuals participating in drug and alcohol rehabilitation programs
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25-1588 : Halton-Pope Requiring Timely Updates to the Buffalo Common Council on Food Store Compliance, License Violations, and Community Impact, and Directing Review of Stricter Penalties
These updates are mandated when food stores are found out of compliance with laws, codes, licensing requirements, or when they are involved in or faci...
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25-1320 : Second Hand Dealer License (NEW) 2736 Bailey (MA)
The application has been reviewed by various city departments, including Zoning, Fire, Building Inspections, and the Police Department, to ensure comp...
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25-1327 : Used Car Dealer (NEW) 620 AKA 660 ONTARIO ST (NO)
The application has been reviewed by various city departments, including Zoning, Fire, Building Inspections, and Police, and preliminary reports indic...
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25-1716 : A.Cinotti, Special Use - 238 Carlton for Neighborhood Shop (Restaurant/Retail) & Outdoor Dining N-2R Zone (Ell)(11/5/25)
The applicant, the African Heritage Economic Initiative, plans to rehabilitate the vacant building into a grocery store and community space, aiming to...
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25-1358 : Sanik, M, Special Use Permit 3264 Main St for Outdoor Dining in N-3C Zone (Uni) (Hrg 9/9/25)
The application is for an expansion of the existing use to include supplemental outdoor dining
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25-1378 : Halton-Pope Resolution Requesting Notification of Common Council by the Planning Board and Zoning Board of Appeals Regarding District-Specific Matters
Currently, notification is limited to property owners within a 400-foot radius, often leaving elected officials unaware of projects unless informed by...
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25-1023 : Tire Handler License (New) EXTREME TIRE & AUTO (LOV)
The application has been reviewed by various city departments, including Zoning, Fire, and Building Inspections, and found to comply with regulations
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25-1024 : Tire Handler License (New) XTREME TIRES INC (LOV)
The application is for a Tire Handler I license, which covers the handling of 10-1000 tires
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24-1586 : M. Khan,Special Use - 178 Sumner for Assembly in N3R Zone(Lov)(Hrg 10/8/24)
The applicant, Mohammod Khan, representing the A-Muhstn Islamic Society, proposes to use the existing 2-story, 2-family dwelling for religious gatheri...
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24-1940 : F.Monisha, Special Use- 120 Humason- Non-Owner Occupied Short-Term Rental N-3R (Lov)(12/3/24)
The property is located in an N-3R zone
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25-1043 : Golombek-Resolution Requesting Return to Original Budget Process Timeline
Golombek, proposes returning the City of Buffalo's budget process timeline to its original schedule
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25-1057 : Nowakowski - Ord Amend - Section 91.1 Bicycle Paths
25-1057 Resolution Fillmore District Council Member Mitchell P. Nowakowski 6 appearances transportationzoning
The amendment clarifies that no vehicles propelled by power other than muscular power are allowed on the Riverwalk
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25-931 : Used Car Dealer (NEW) 2329 BAILEY AVE (LOV)
The application was submitted on May 9, 2015, and has undergone a lengthy review process by the Common Council's Legislation Committee, being tabled m...
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25-1683 : Food Store License (NEW) 2939 Bailey (UNV)
The application is for a standard food store license, which costs $250.00
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25-932 : Used Car Dealer (NEW) 1906 GENESEE (LOV)
The application has been reviewed for form and compliance with city ordinances, including zoning, fire, building inspections, and the moral character ...
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25-777 : Golombek - Making it Easier to Run for Office in the City of Buffalo
The resolution highlights that incumbent elected officials have significant advantages and that current signature requirements, especially for indepen...
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25-526 : Authorization of Buffalo Parking and Mobility Authority and Hotel Tax
The BPMA would manage city-owned parking structures to generate revenue for capital improvements and maintenance
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25-399 : Food Store License (NEW) 1291 Broadway (FIL)
The application was submitted by Mohamed Al Sadem and Saleh Ahmed
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25-202 : Halton-Pope, Nowakowski - Addressing Cannabis Enforcement and Tax Revenue
New York State's cannabis legalization has faced delays, leading to Buffalo collecting only $95,733 in Fiscal Year 2023-2024 against a budgeted $3 mil...
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25-205 : Nowakowski - Implement Nurse Navigation Program for the City of Buffalo
25-205 Resolution Fillmore District Council Member Mitchell P. Nowakowski 6 appearances budgethealth +1 more
Nowakowski, proposes the implementation of a Nurse Navigation Program for the City of Buffalo, in partnership with American Medical Response (AMR)
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24-2107 : K. Lin, Zoning Map Amendment - 111 Clay from N-2R to N-2E Zone (Nor)(Hrg 12/30/24)
The applicant, K
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24-2104 : T. Copece, Special Use - 723 Perry St for Non-Owner Occupied Short-Term Rental in N-3R Zone (Fil)(Hrg 12/30/24)
The property is located in the N-3R zone
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24-2027 : Nowakowski, Everhart, Bollman, Halton-Pope, Wyatt- Accountability for Code Violations by Leveraging Existing Tools for Collection
It references New York State Bill S7346A, enacted in 2018, which authorizes cities to add these unpaid penalties to the annual tax levy after they hav...
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24-2028 : Nowakowski, Everhart, Bollman- Utilizing Abandonment Proceedings to Combat Blight in the City of Buffalo
It highlights that such structures contribute to fire risks, crime, health hazards, and overall neighborhood decline
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24-1909 : Second Hand Dealer License (NEW) 3215 Aka 3217 Bailey (UNI)
Fix It 716" located at 3215 aka 3217 Bailey Avenue
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24-1941 : F.Sanchez, Special Use- 478 (Aka 470) Elmwood for Tavern in N-2C Zone (Ell)(Hrg12/3/24)
The applicant, F
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24-1481 : Nowakowski: Modernizing Fine Caps to Reflect True Costs on Residents
24-1481 Resolution Fillmore District Council Member Mitchell P. Nowakowski 6 appearances budgetplanning
Nowakowski, proposes to modernize the fine caps for ordinance violations in Buffalo to better reflect the true costs incurred by the City and to deter...
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25-1046 : Wyatt- Calling for Immediate Action and Accountability in the City of Buffalo’s Lead Hazard Remediation
25-1046 Resolution University District Council Member Rasheed N.C. Wyatt 6 appearances budgethealth +1 more
Wyatt, calls for immediate action and accountability regarding the City of Buffalo's slow progress on lead hazard remediation
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24-1483 : Nowakowski: Strengthening Lease Compliance through Charter Adherence
24-1483 Resolution Fillmore District Council Member Mitchell P. Nowakowski 6 appearances budgetcontracts +1 more
Nowakowski, addresses issues with lease compliance and aims to strengthen adherence to the City Charter
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24-1176 : Nowakowski- Advocating for the Law Department and City Court to Apply Receivership
24-1176 Resolution Fillmore District Council Member Mitchell P. Nowakowski 6 appearances housingother +1 more
Nowakowski, advocates for the City of Buffalo's Law Department and City Court to more actively utilize receivership as a tool to address severely negl...
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24-771 : I. Cisse - Special Use-3167 Bailey for Tavern in N-3C Zone (Uni)(Hrg 6/4/24)
The applicant is Ibrahim Cisse, representing Karissi Theatre, LLC
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24-500 : Property Manager License (New) Element Realty Services (Fil)
The application requires compliance with City Ordinance Chapter 265, which mandates a license for individuals managing three or more rental units in B...
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24-179 : Restaurant Dance License (New) 3167 Bailey Ave. Uni
The application is for a "Restaurant Dance Class III" license, which requires Common Council approval
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24-204 : R. Wyatt - LOS to NYS Legislature Re: Flavor and Menthol Ban
The letter urges support for Bills A3907 and S4477, which aim to ban flavored and menthol tobacco products
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24-210 : Halton-Pope - Continuation of Efforts for Historic Landmarks and Districts in the Michigan Ave African American Heritage Corridor
24-210 Resolution Majority Leader Leah Halton-Pope 6 appearances economic_developmenthousing +1 more
The Council previously recognized the corridor's significance, which includes landmarks like the Michigan Street Baptist Church, The Rev
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24-212 : Halton-Pope - Follow-Up on Minor Site Plan Review in City Charter
It references a previous resolution (19-1459) by former Council Member Darius G
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24-214 : Halton-Pope - Progress Update on Inclusionary Zoning Ordinance for Affordable Housing
The ordinance was initially proposed to address the displacement of lower-income tenants and socio-economic segregation
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23-1601 : 1 Buffalo River Place and 11 Bolton Place - Designate the Allied Mills Complex as a local landmark.
The complex, constructed between 1928-1929 with additions in 1948, was a major feed mill operation in Buffalo, producing "Wayne Feeds" animal feed, an...
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23-1121 : Food Store License (NEW) 219 Aka221 Hudson (ELL)
The applicant, HAMZA ABDO, is seeking to operate a retail convenience store selling groceries, snacks, and beverages