Brian Belson

The meeting includes a public hearing for a local law amending Article VII Single-Family Residential (R-1) Use District regulations to clarify that detached garages are permitted accessory structures, even where an attached garage already exists. The agenda also covers the approval of minutes from previous meetings, payment of bills, communications, the Building Inspector's Report, and the Supervisor's Monthly Financial Report. Additionally, there is a resolution concerning SEQR for the local law amendment and a resolution to adopt the local law.

The Lockport Town Board conducted a meeting that included public hearings on amending the zoning map, approving a planned unit development, amending a planned unit development use district, and modifying the residency requirement for the Receiver of Taxes. Presentations were given on the Oak Lane Culvert Replacement project and Tyler Owen's Eagle Scout project involving park benches. Public comments were heard regarding concerns about a driveway construction potentially affecting property lines and drainage. The board also discussed and approved the Building Inspector's report and the Supervisor's Monthly Financial Report. Actions were taken on local laws related to zoning and residency requirements. Council members provided updates on various town projects and events, including roadwork, fitness programs, electronic recycling, brush pickup, waterlines, and town hall renovations. The Supervisor addressed a shredding event issue and committed to rescheduling.

The meeting addressed an appeal regarding a detached garage in a Single Family Residential Use District, focusing on whether it should have been permitted given an existing attached garage. Discussions involved interpretations of zoning codes related to detached garages, pole barns, and accessory buildings. Concerns were raised about the building's impact on neighborhood character and potential code violations. The board also consulted with the Town Attorney to get more information.

The Lockport Town Board work session included discussions and actions on several key items. Approval was granted for volunteer fire service members. The board authorized a contract with the Rapids Senior Citizens Club for recreation and social opportunities. Bids were authorized for the Tonawanda Creek 8 Pump Station and Sewer Repairs project. Highway Department updates included paving projects and the readiness of Pickleball Courts. The board also discussed a request for reconsideration regarding a speed study and addressed issues with a scheduled shredding event, planning a new date for the event.

The agenda includes a public hearing for the 2026 Preliminary Town Budget, officers' salaries, special district amounts to be raised by taxation, and fire contracts. The business meeting involves approving minutes from previous meetings, resolutions for bill payments, the Building Inspector's Report, and the Supervisor's Monthly Financial Report. Agreements are considered with Kleen Windows, Inc. for window cleaning and Ulrich Signs for sign illumination. The board will also act on adopting the 2026 Preliminary Town Budget, special district amounts, and town fire contract amounts, followed by town board and supervisor's comments.