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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Town of Cheektowaga public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Community Survey
Cheektowaga wants your opinion! The town is running a quick community survey to figure out what local projects and priorities residents actually care about.
Town Council Appointment Controversy
The town board is considering filling an open council seat with Parvez Rahman through the end of the year, but delayed the decision.
Good Cause Eviction Law Proposal
Councilmember Nowicki introduced a discussion on opting into New York State's Good Cause Eviction law to protect tenants from excessive rent hikes and unjustified evictions, prompting debate over local housing stock and landlord impacts.
Board Vacancy
Cheektowaga needs a new member for the Board of Assessment Review, the crew that handles local property tax disputes. If you've been looking for a way to dive into local government, now is your chance to apply for the gig.
Immigration Policy
Cheektowaga residents are pressuring town leaders to sever ties with federal immigration enforcement agencies. If successful, this grassroots push could fundamentally change how local police interact with federal immigration authorities.
Town Board Meetings
Cheektowaga just dropped its 2026 town board meeting schedule, making it super easy to track local decisions either in person or from your couch. If you care about what's happening in your neighborhood, you now have a roadmap to tune in and stay in the loop.
Commercial Foreclosure
Cheektowaga's biggest shopping hub, the Walden Galleria, is facing potential foreclosure, which could shake up local tax revenues and town business. This massive property is in jeopardy, meaning big changes could be coming for our local economy and public services.