Sanitary Sewer Lining and Infrastructure Upgrades
Town of Tonawanda
Summary
A local resident spoke out about severe sewage backups flooding his basement during heavy rainstorms, urging the town to prioritize stormwater and sewer system repairs.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 5
- Last 30 days
- 0
Last discussed Aug 25, 2026.
Impact analysis
Substantial private property damage incurred by homeowners, requiring ongoing capital investments in municipal sewer improvements.
Homeowners experiencing chronic basement flooding and sewage overflows.
None identified.
Mentions & discussions (5)
North Buffalo, Kenmore, and Tonawanda neighborhoods inundated with flooding after fast and furious rainfall
North Buffalo, Kenmore, and Tonawanda neighborhoods inundated with flooding after fast and furious rainfall WGRZ
Bid Openings - Regular — August 25, 2026
The town received seven contractor bids for sanitary sewer lining work across various locations, split into Contracts A and B, with total bids ranging up to $9.4 million. These upgrades are essential for maintaining local wastewater infrastructure and preventing leaks or system failures.
Town Board - Regular — August 24, 2026
A homeowner confronted the board over thousands of dollars in property damage caused by a sewage backup, demanding municipal accountability and resolution after independent plumbing inspections confirmed no fault on the homeowner's side.
Town Board - Regular — August 3, 2026
A local resident spoke out about severe sewage backups flooding his basement during heavy rainstorms, urging the town to prioritize stormwater and sewer system repairs.
Town Board - Regular — May 4, 2026
The town approved a cost reduction of nearly $938,000 on a sanitary sewer lining contract because actual construction quantities were lower than originally anticipated.
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