Key Actions & Decisions

• ◆ Authorized LED Lighting Negotiation: Unanimously passed Resolution 2024-20, directing DPW Superintendent Jay Pahura to negotiate with National Grid to replace 20 metal halide lights with LED fixtures at Canal Park and Platt Street, and to investigate other village locations for cost-effective upgrades.
• ◆ Accepted Youth Recreation Grants: Accepted three grants totaling $20,327 from the 2024 Sports & Education Opportunity Fund and Youth Development Program.
• ◆ Approved Special Events: Approved the "WNY Honda-Tech Meet 2024" for Sept. 15 and the "Bounce for Bullard Fundraiser" for July 12 at Bullard Park.
• ◆ Sidewalk Repair Update: DPW Superintendent Jay Pahura stated the department aims to install sidewalks on parts of East State Street this year, pending no unforeseen issues.
• ◆ Tabled Santa House Proposal: The Albion Betterment Committee’s request to place a Santa House in the Municipal lot and a sleigh at Waterman Park was tabled until July 10 pending DEC review.
• ◆ Appointed Cybersecurity Officer: Appointed Derek Reiner as Chief Information Security Officer (CISO).
• ◆ Operation Honor: Approved the group’s request to lay wreaths at Mt. Albion Cemetery.
• ◆ Sewer Break Requests: Denied requests for sewer fee breaks for properties on E. Bank St. and Northwood Drive; approved a water fee break for a property on W. Park St.