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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Town of Tonawanda public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
E-Bike Safety and Regulatory Enforcement
Residents raised concerns about reckless e-bike riding, traffic speeding on residential corridors like Parker Boulevard, and issues with vehicle license plate readability.
Revised Rules of Conduct policy
The library board adopted updated rules of conduct that will be posted at both branches. It sets expectations for visitor behavior at the Kenmore and Kenilworth libraries.
Financial Disclosure Compliance
The ethics board checked financial disclosure forms from local officials and found several missing submissions for recent years, prompting staff to send out follow-up notices.
Police Contract
Tonawanda just locked in a fresh contract for its police force. You'll likely see shifts in local public safety spending and the town budget as a result.
Highway Department Waste Tire Disposal Contract
The town is seeking a new contractor to handle waste tire disposal and recycling for the highway department and regional solid waste board communities. Two companies submitted pricing for drop-off, pickup, and processing.
Commercial Truck Traffic on Fairmount Avenue
A resident complained about heavy commercial trucks and tractor-trailers frequently using residential Fairmount Avenue for deliveries, causing safety hazards and blocking traffic.
Kenilworth Library ADA Restroom Renovation
The town is moving forward with accessibility upgrades at the Kenilworth Library by opening construction bids for a restroom renovation project.