The council reviewed the City Attorney's and City Manager's reports, along with committee reports. The meeting addressed several resolutions, including the introduction of local laws regarding a hotel and motel room occupancy tax, a moratorium on battery energy storage systems, and the repeal and replacement of flood damage prevention regulations. Additional resolutions involved declaring surplus equipment, transferring funds to reserves, closing out capital projects, authorizing succession planning, and submitting grant applications for recreational infrastructure. The council also considered agreements for professional services, including an emergency force main cleaning project and a roof replacement project for city facilities.
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The meeting addressed various municipal matters, including the annual audit presentation which resulted in an unmodified opinion. The council moved forward with several local laws regarding hotel and motel room occupancy taxes, BESS energy storage moratoriums, and flood damage prevention updates. Other business included authorizing reserve funding, declaring lead agency status for flood plain prevention, disposing of surplus vehicles, and approving the replacement of a fire department emergency response vehicle. Additionally, the council discussed succession planning through temporary HR and finance positions, emergency infrastructure repairs, a revised infrastructure grant agreement, and an application for a NY BRICKS grant for potential expansion of the ice arena. A roof replacement bid award was also noted for future approval.
May 26, 2026·Board meeting
City of Batavia Conference Minutes
The council meeting addressed various community and administrative matters. Key discussion topics included public concerns regarding open meetings law compliance, a request for shared funding for a traffic study, and the need for a fair investigation into the administrative leave of the director of public works. Other business included approvals for community events, such as the Walk to End Alzheimer's and foam parties, and the close-out of a CDBG housing rehabilitation program. Policy and financial items discussed were updates to non-union benefits, the annual K-9 fund balance resolution, a 10-year renewal of the court facility occupancy agreement, the rejection of tilt trailer bids for better procurement, and various grant applications for water infrastructure, park improvements, and police technology. Additionally, the council approved agreements for police services at upcoming concerts and the temporary use of a town fire engine, as well as contracts for tree planting and maintenance.
Apr 27, 2026·Board meeting
Batavia City Council Conference Meeting
The Council discussed numerous operational items, including communication regarding anniversary parties and library events, and presentations on property maintenance code regarding debris in yards. Financial items included the release and transfer of committed fund balances for a zoning code update, FEMA flood re-mapping, and Brisbane Mansion sale preparations, alongside capital spending resolutions for equipment such as a hydro-excavation truck and hydrant cleaner. Administrative reclassifications for the Planning Clerk and Ordinance Enforcement/Planning Coordinator roles were reviewed. Grant-related matters included the scheduling of a CDBG housing rehabilitation close-out hearing, acceptance of the STRIVE initiative grant, and a Memorandum of Understanding with Genesee County for infrastructure improvements at the Naramore Pump Station. Adoption of the Genesee County Hazard Mitigation Plan and various contract agreements were also on the agenda.
