New York State Division of Human Rights

This document outlines the New York State Division of Human Rights' strategic goals for 2025-26, developed in response to Executive Order 31, which commits New York State to becoming a model employer for people with disabilities. The plan identifies four key objective areas: making the agency accessible for its workforce, proactively connecting people with disabilities with open positions, engaging externally to promote these goals, and ensuring effective internal communication.

The meeting included discussions and updates on LFD personnel attending paramedic classes, probationary firefighter progress, and PALS/ITLS card renewals. Preparations for Captain & Lieutenant's promotional exams were reviewed, and training plans for new cardiac monitors were discussed. Updates were provided on the ESO E-PCR process and the Fire Inspection Program. The Mayor discussed the Niagara Falls agreement with mechanics, the planting of perennials at 'Heroes Way', the firefighters' participation in a softball league, and the City's wellness programs. An executive session was held to discuss personnel matters including retirement and promotions.

The Traffic Advisory Committee discussed several traffic-related requests and concerns. These included a request for a stop sign for the crosswalk at Dale Association, a request for a 4-way stop sign at Hawley Street and Park Ave, and a parking complaint on Lewis Street by Immaculata House. The committee also addressed a resident's request for an "Autism Awareness" sign on Harrison Place and a parking complaint on Price St. Additionally, the committee decided to add signage at the Lincoln and Locust St. intersection to indicate that all traffic is to yield to pedestrians. A concern was raised about visibility issues due to street parking on Alexander Place.

The committee addressed downtown parking issues, including reserved spots in public lots near Pine St., Ontario St., Papa Leos, and Subdelicious. They discussed fair allocation of existing spots, potentially assigning 13 spots in the Chestnut St. lot to UPT and allocating spots near Canal St. for Spires residents. The committee considered designating three handicapped parking spots at the Mills Jewelry lot and reducing reserved spots for UPT. Concerns from residents at 586 and 600 Walnut St. regarding blocked driveways were raised, with plans to install "No Parking" and "No Outlet" signs. Additionally, the committee discussed congestion at High St./Emmett Belknap during school recess and the potential installation of a "Stop Ahead" sign on the Matt Murphy Bridge approaching Market St. The committee also planned to send a follow-up letter to LCSD regarding improvements to the Lincoln Ave./Locust St. intersection.

The meeting included discussion of the CompStat Report for November, which detailed blotters filed, case reports, custodial arrests, and significant events such as shots fired, armed robbery, a motor vehicle accident, and overdoses. There was also a discussion about the challenges faced by the LPD due to the lack of ambulance services, as well as a COVID-19 update indicating no current cases within the LPD. The board entered an executive session for personnel matters.