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Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Sep 22, 2026.

Public comments (26)

ConcernedLarry LuhSep 22, 2026

Submitted comments questioning why the town is removing the EMS Board's regulatory powers and complaint mechanisms through proposed Chapter 52 amendments.

Board - Regular Meeting — September 22, 2026 · 12:00 →
ConcernedUnidentified Resident (Don)Sep 22, 2026

Cautioned the board not to rush into passing the ambulance service law changes without careful consideration of town responsibilities.

Board - Regular Meeting — September 22, 2026 · 19:20 →
ConcernedDan KollanderSep 22, 2026

Handed out a legal review of proposed Chapter 52 ambulance law changes, questioning who will handle dispatch procedures and complaints if the EMS Board's authority is removed.

Board - Regular Meeting — September 22, 2026 · 13:40 →
OpposedMichael MazurowskiSep 22, 2026

Stated that changing Chapter 52 undermines a recent State Open Government advisory opinion and strips away 40 years of resident protections in emergency medical services.

Board - Regular Meeting — September 22, 2026 · 15:42 →
ConcernedRachel MartinezJul 28, 2026

Expressed concerns about the lack of oversight and transparency regarding FLOCK surveillance cameras.

Board - Regular Meeting — July 28, 2026 · 38:36 →
OpposedWally CarrieroJul 28, 2026

Alleged that former Councilmember Nowicki violated residency laws and called for salary reimbursement.

Board - Regular Meeting — July 28, 2026 · 45:02 →
NeutralLynn DearmyerJul 28, 2026

Provided clarification as Democratic Committee Chairperson regarding the timeline of former Councilmember Nowicki's resignation.

Board - Regular Meeting — July 28, 2026 · 47:30 →
ConcernedSusan GreggJul 28, 2026

Questioned whether former Councilmember Nowicki violated laws and whether taxpayers should be reimbursed for his salary.

Board - Regular Meeting — July 28, 2026 · 50:00 →
ConcernedRachel EckApr 28, 2026

Questioned consistency in ethics standards and investigations involving council members regarding nonprofit financial disclosures.

Board - Regular Meeting — April 28, 2026 · 19:03 →
NeutralRev. Rick MaisanoFeb 25, 2026

Addressed the board regarding his role as chaplain and community ministry.

Board - Regular Meeting — February 24, 2026 · 1:27:00 →
ConcernedCarmen ParkerFeb 25, 2026

Discussed pedestrian safety at Harlem Road roundabouts and mall safety.

Board - Regular Meeting — February 24, 2026 · 1:18:59 →
OpposedTana BarajasJan 14, 2026

Discussed federal detention quotas and the broader economic impacts of immigration enforcement.

Board - Regular Meeting — January 13, 2026 · 1:17:00 →
OpposedJennifer BittermanJan 14, 2026

Cited specific local cases where minor infractions led to ICE detention through police collaboration.

Board - Regular Meeting — January 13, 2026 · 1:19:14 →
OpposedReene MarierJan 14, 2026

Expressed opposition to ICE involvement, emphasizing human rights over border enforcement.

Board - Regular Meeting — January 13, 2026 · 1:22:00 →
OpposedShontay BarnesJan 14, 2026

Called on the board to enact policies preventing unnecessary cooperation with ICE.

Board - Regular Meeting — January 13, 2026 · 1:23:19 →
OpposedBrenda ShawJan 14, 2026

Expressed fear regarding masked federal agents and urged police to stand with community members.

Board - Regular Meeting — January 13, 2026 · 1:25:19 →
ConcernedDan GinobetskyJan 14, 2026

Called on the town police department to stop cooperating with ICE and examine Policy 414.

Board - Regular Meeting — January 13, 2026 · 34:00 →
OpposedRachel MartinezJan 14, 2026

Demanded an end to Cheektowaga Police collaboration with ICE and support for the New York For All Act.

Board - Regular Meeting — January 13, 2026 · 39:01 →
OpposedJessica GreenwaldJan 14, 2026

Argued that police collaboration with ICE wastes town resources and undermines public safety.

Board - Regular Meeting — January 13, 2026 · 42:30 →
OpposedJake FrankJan 14, 2026

Expressed deep concern over police coordination with federal immigration agencies.

Board - Regular Meeting — January 13, 2026 · 45:53 →
OpposedCarol 'Sandy' PrzybylakJan 14, 2026

Shared her family's immigrant history and urged support for the New York For All Act.

Board - Regular Meeting — January 13, 2026 · 52:30 →
OpposedKayla LolitoJan 14, 2026

Expressed concern as a teacher and resident regarding the atmosphere of fear created by ICE actions.

Board - Regular Meeting — January 13, 2026 · 55:06 →
OpposedJean LoughranJan 14, 2026

Protested police collaboration with ICE, noting due process concerns in detention centers.

Board - Regular Meeting — January 13, 2026 · 59:00 →
OpposedJessica EJan 14, 2026

Criticized national political figures and federal immigration enforcement policies.

Board - Regular Meeting — January 13, 2026 · 1:02:30 →
OpposedMara ChekhovJan 14, 2026

Shared family immigration experiences and argued against local police entanglement in immigration enforcement.

Board - Regular Meeting — January 13, 2026 · 1:12:19 →
SupportiveOscar F Gil-GarciaJan 14, 2026

Presented academic and economic data demonstrating that immigrants provide a net economic benefit.

Board - Regular Meeting — January 13, 2026 · 1:14:00 →