Community Development Committee - Council Committee Meeting
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26-126 : Veto Message - #25-2055 Water Board Appointments - Term Corrections (Hanley,Donovan,Billman,Gould,Sunderlin,Lombardo)
The original appointments were made on February 18, 2025, for individuals including William Hanley, Timothy Donovan, Scott Billman, Brian A
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26-189 : Everhart Et Al– Bridge to Ownership Initiative: from Housing Assistance to Generational Stability (Exc Res)
Everhart and co-sponsored by Rivera, Halton-Pope, and Wyatt, establishes the "Bridge to Ownership Initiative: From Housing Assistance to Generational ...
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26-43 : Nowakowski - Request for Redevelopment at 294 Louisiana Street
26-43 Resolution Fillmore District Council Member Mitchell P. Nowakowski 6 appearances housingplanning +1 more
Nowakowski has formally requested the City of Buffalo's Department of Real Estate to analyze the City-owned property at 294 Louisiana Street, a vacant...
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25-2027 : Glushefski, Safety Complaint & Traffic Study Request
The request stems from a recent incident where Glushefski's daughter was struck by a car while crossing Delaware and Amherst Street
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25-1973 : Everhart - Letter to BMHA and Belmont Regarding Housing Conditions
Everhart to the Buffalo Municipal Housing Authority (BMHA) and Belmont Housing Resource for WNY regarding resident concerns about housing conditions
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25-1981 : Halton-Pope, Concerns Re Living Conditions in BMHA-Managed Facilities
Halton-Pope regarding living conditions in facilities managed by the Buffalo Municipal Housing Authority (BMHA)
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25-1982 : Halton-Pope, Concerns Re Properties Operated by Cornerstone Management
Seven specific properties are identified: AD Price, Ellicott Park Townhomes, Frederick Douglas Associates, Mt
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25-1983 : Halton-Pope, Concerns Re Properties Operated by Corvus Property Management
Councilmember Leah Halton-Pope has requested a detailed written response from Corvus Property Intelligence's CEO, Henry Rodriguez, Jr., by December 29...
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25-1984 : Halton-Pope, Requesting Information Re Belmont Housing Voucher Program
Halton-Pope to Brad Packer, President & CEO of Belmont Housing Resources for WNY, concerning their housing voucher program
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25-1978 : Halton-Pope Resolution Directing the Scheduling of a Public Hearing to Address Critical Housing Issues in the City of Buffalo (Exc Res)
The hearing aims to discuss persistent challenges such as deteriorating property conditions, inadequate maintenance, rising affordability concerns, an...
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25-1812 : Report of Sale Portion of 247 Loepere (EL)
Mr
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25-1865 : 2025-2026 Winter Snow Plan
The plan has been referred through multiple committees, including the Legislation Committee and the Community Development Committee
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25-1849 : J.Golombek, Constituent Concerns - Housing Crisis
The committee has since tabled the item multiple times, with the latest tabling occurring on December 16, 2025, pushing the next discussion to January...
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25-1861 : Halton-Pope - Resolution Requesting Data on DDAs in the City of Buffalo
The Council is concerned about the frequent extensions of DDAs, which can lead to redevelopment delays, prolonged vacancy of city-owned properties, an...
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25-1862 : Halton-Pope - Resolution Requesting Data on PILOT Programs in the City of Buffalo
The Buffalo Common Council seeks this information to enhance oversight and transparency regarding these agreements, which are used to encourage invest...
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25-1802 : 2025 Appointments to Buffalo Sewer Authority (Sole, Young-Watkins, Caulfield, Roosevelt)
The Buffalo Sewer Authority has requested corrections to align appointment terms with the Public Authorities Law, specifically Section 1177
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25-1789 : Everhart - Letter Requesting DPW to Give an Update on Winter Prepardness and Warming Shelters
Everhart has requested an update from the Department of Public Works (DPW) regarding the city's winter preparedness and warming shelter protocols
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25-1710 : Everhart - Letter to DPIS Regarding Updates on Proactive Rental Inspection (PRI) Program
Everhart to the Department of Permit and Inspection Services (DPIS) requesting an update on the Proactive Rental Inspection (PRI) Program
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25-1646 : Nowakowski - Re-Use of Vacant Rite Aids
The property, owned by Corbin Holdings / Buffalo Main Commercial Group, is approximately 10,724 square feet and has been vacant since Rite Aid's natio...
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25-1246 : Nowakoski - Long-Term Planning for the Erie Basin Marina
25-1246 Miscellaneous Fillmore District Council Member Mitchell P. Nowakowski 8 appearances economic_developmentother +1 more
Council Member Mitchell P
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25-1575 : Everhart - Requesting Fire Commissioner Attendance and Report on Fire Hydrant Inspections
This action follows a recent house fire where hydrants in the area were found to be empty, posing a significant risk to public safety and firefighting...
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25-1384 : Bollman - in the Case of Amanda Thompson: a Call for a Full Investigation and Report
25-1384 Miscellaneous Lovejoy District Council Member Bryan J. Bollman 8 appearances otherpublic_safety
Bollman and prepared by Kimberly Podgorsak, is a call for a full investigation and report into the circumstances surrounding the murder of Amanda Thom...
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25-1239 : Everhart - Requesting State Guidance on Firearm Restrictions in Private Businesses
The request stems from a recent incident on June 17, 2025, at the Tops Market on Jefferson Avenue, where individuals were found with multiple loaded "...
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25-1362 : Everhart, Wyatt – Public-Private Partnership to Return Foreclosed Residential Properties in the Masten District to Productive Use
The initiative aims to combat the shortage of affordable housing by partnering with organizations like Habitat for Humanity to acquire, renovate, and ...
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25-1377 : Halton-Pope, Nowakowski - Resolution Requesting Centralization and Tracking of All City-Owned Property Contracts and Lease Agreements Within the Office of Real Estate
Currently, records are decentralized across various departments, leading to inefficiencies and hindering oversight
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25-1238 : Everhart - a Resolution to Dedicate Office Space Within Buffalo City Hall to the 5/14 Memorial Foundation, Inc.
The Foundation is dedicated to creating a permanent living memorial to honor victims of the May 14, 2022, racially motivated mass shooting and to prom...
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25-1130 : Requesting an Update on the Creation of the Buffalo Parking Authority and the Sale of City-Owned Parking Structures
The "City of Buffalo Parking Authority Act" was signed into law on May 9, 2025, establishing a public benefit corporation to manage city parking struc...
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25-539 : City Snow Plan 2025-2026
The plan employs a three-tiered response system based on snow event severity:
Tier 1 (General Snow Event): Up to 8-12 inches of snow, handled prim...
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25-578 : Disability Advisory Committee - Report and Recommendations
The committee, currently comprising 10 members with one vacancy, meets bimonthly and has engaged with various city departments including Public Works,...
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25-580 : H. Howard, Request Concerning Cleve Hill Plaza
The residents, represented by Howard W
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25-585 : P. Moses, Concerns Cleve Hill Plaza
Moses regarding Cleve Hill Plaza
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25-472 : Commissioner's Report to the Common Council (Permits and Inspections)
Key improvements include:
Increased Staffing: Funding from revised Rental Registration fees allowed for the hiring of seven additional inspectors,...
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25-525 : M. Kent, Concerns COB Contractor
Kent, Concerns COB Contractor," relates to ongoing concerns raised by the New York Foundation for Fair Contracting (NYFFC) regarding the public works ...
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25-425 : R. Wyatt, Concerns Regarding Condition of University Heights Lofts
Wyatt
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25-101 : Golombek - Opposition to Wind Turbines in Lake Erie
25-101 Resolution North District Council Member Joseph Golombek Jr 8 appearances environmentother +1 more
The Council cites concerns regarding the environmental, economic, and community impacts, despite New York State's Climate Act goals for renewable ener...
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25-83 : BSA Audit Findings Regarding Annual Report
The audit, which was unanimously approved by the BSA Board of Directors on January 8, 2025, found no deficiencies or irregularities, concluding that t...
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25-1648 : Nowakowski, Rivera - Naming RCWJCP Loop to Mary McLean Wilson Trail
25-1648 Miscellaneous Fillmore District Council Member Mitchell P. Nowakowski 8 appearances appointmentsparks
Wilson, Jr
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25-113 : Wyatt - Requesting DPW for EV Infrastructure Plan
25-113 Resolution University District Council Member Rasheed N.C. Wyatt 8 appearances environmentplanning +1 more
Wyatt, requests the Department of Public Works (DPW) and the Department of Administration and Finance to collaboratively develop and submit an officia...
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24-2022 : Everhart, Nowakowski – Comprehensive Communication Strategy for Combating Public Dumping
It requests the Department of Public Works (DPW) to attend a Community Development Committee meeting to:
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24-2033 : M. Nowakowski-BENLIC Update for Community Stakeholders
24-2033 Miscellaneous Fillmore District Council Member Mitchell P. Nowakowski 8 appearances housingplanning
Council Member Mitchell P
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24-2006 : Zero-Emission Vehicle Communication From
Key Deadlines:
Procurement: Begin procuring ZEV motorcycles, light-duty, and medium-duty vehicles by July 1, 2026
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24-2002 : M. Nowakowski - Audit of City-Owned Properties to Ensure ADA Compliance
24-2002 Miscellaneous Fillmore District Council Member Mitchell P. Nowakowski 8 appearances otherplanning
Nowakowski has proposed an audit of all city-owned properties to ensure compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and to assess the ov...
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24-1863 : P. Reese, Concerns Future of the Buffalo Animal Shelter
It was initiated by P
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24-1871 : Bollman - Support for Buffalo Pro Soccer and Stadium Development
24-1871 Resolution Lovejoy District Council Member Bryan J. Bollman 8 appearances economic_developmentother +1 more
Bollman and adopted by the Common Council, expresses support for the establishment of Buffalo Pro Soccer and the development of a multi-purpose stadiu...
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24-1762 : Affordable Housing Task Force October 2024 Report
Building on a previous 2023 report, these proposals aim to improve housing stability for low-income residents and expand affordable housing options
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24-1767 : A. Leveritte, Norfolk Ave Block Club, the Chickens Are Out the Coup - Think Tank
Leveritte, Norfolk Ave Block Club, the Chickens Are Out the Coup - Think Tank", concerns the increasing ownership of farm animals, specifically fowl l...
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24-1303 : Halton-Pope - Trailblazing Resolution for Mary Snell Davis
It requests the Department of Public Works to waive petition signatures and fees for an honorary street name
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24-1452 : Nowakowski: VIA Communication on Middle Main Project
24-1452 Miscellaneous Fillmore District Council Member Mitchell P. Nowakowski 8 appearances otherplanning +1 more
VIA, a non-profit serving the blind and visually impaired community for over a century and located at 1170 Main Street, has expressed concerns about t...
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24-1272 : Nowakowski- Letter Requesting Update on Sinatra Development at Canalside
Nowakowski requesting an update on the Sinatra Development at Canalside, also known as Heritage Point
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24-1065 : S. Martin, Menthol Tobacco Ban Concerns
Martin, Menthol Tobacco Ban Concerns," has been tabled repeatedly by the Buffalo Common Council's Community Development Committee since June 25, 2024
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24-884 : Bollman- Addressing the Impact of Geiter Done on the Seneca Babcock Community
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) issued a Notice of Violation on May 13th, 2024, citing violations of Part 360 of Tit...
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24-876 : C. Glinski, Parking Concerns on Rosalia St.
The issue stems from vehicles, primarily belonging to Verizon employees and Gerber Collision customers, parking along Rosalia Street, which is a nonre...
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24-589 : Bike Ped Advisory Board - Memorializing NYS Leg to Pass SAFE Streets Act
This act is a series of bills aimed at reducing traffic collisions through improved road design and vehicle safety standards
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24-216 : Halton-Pope - Status Update and Further Action on Ellicott Townhouse Association Management Concerns
It follows up on a previous resolution that called for the association's management to address resident complaints about mismanagement of HOA fees, la...
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24-213 : Halton-Pope - Progress and Future Directions for Fruitbelt Green Space Development Plan
It requests an update from the Office of Strategic Planning on the progress and challenges of the Green Space Strategic Plan for the Fruit Belt
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23-2202 : Nowakowski- Project Details Request - Old First Ward Community Center Parking Lot
23-2202 Communication Fillmore District Council Member Mitchell P. Nowakowski 8 appearances contractsplanning
Council Member Mitchell P
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23-1972 : Nowakowski - Pursuing the Foreclosure of 377 Main St.
23-1972 Resolution Fillmore District Council Member Mitchell P. Nowakowski 8 appearances budgethousing
The building, formerly the iconic Adam, Meldrum & Anderson Co. (AM&A's) department store, has been vacant for over 20 years and is currently in litiga...
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23-994 : Extend Lease Agreement Between COB and Community Action Organization of WNY, Inc (Edward Saunders) Located at 2777 Bailey Ave (UN)
The lease is for an additional three (3) years under the same terms and conditions as the previous agreement
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23-996 : Extend Lease Agreement Between COB and Seneca Babcock Community Association, Inc (Hennepin Community Center) Located at 24 Ludington (Aka 1207 Bailey Ave.) (LO)
The extension is for an additional three (3) years
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23-1003 : Extend Lease Agreement Between COB and Seneca Babcock Community Organization, Inc (Seneca Babcock Community Center) Located at 1168 Seneca St (LO)
Key Details of the Extension:
Duration: The lease will be extended for an additional three (3) years
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23-1076 : Extend Lease Agreement Between COB and Seneca Babcock Community Organization, Inc (George K. Arthur Community Center ) Located at 2050 Genesee St (LO)
Arthur Community Center, located at 2050 Genesee St
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23-1002 : Extend Lease Agreement Between COB and Seneca Babcock Community Organization, Inc (Schiller Park Senior Center ) Located at 2057 Genesee St (LO)
The original lease, approved in 2019, was for three years and is now expiring
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23-1060 : K. Fiedler, Ciminelli's West End Development - Waterfront Village
Fiedler, Ciminelli's West End Development - Waterfront Village", concerns alleged violations of deed restrictions related to the Ciminelli's West End ...
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23-1064 : J. Smith, West End Towing - Re: Purchase of Portion of Farmer St
Smith Jr., to purchase a portion of Farmer Street
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23-616 : Wyatt - Identifying a Location for a New DPW Facility that Best Suits the Needs of the City
23-616 Resolution University District Council Member Rasheed N.C. Wyatt 8 appearances contractsplanning +1 more
The resolution emphasizes the need for a centrally-located and accessible facility that can efficiently serve all residents and businesses
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23-348 : Commissioner's Report - Proactive Rental Inspections
Despite challenges during the pandemic, the program conducted over 4,300 inspections and 195 outreach events, aiming to ensure healthy homes for resid...
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22-339 : Wyatt, Pridgen - Improving Accessibility to the Government Channel
Previously available on local channel 22 without requiring a cable contract or converter box, the channel has been moved to channel 1304