Mayor· 2016–2026
Joseph Emminger
Town of Tonawanda
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Voice
- Meetings spoken in
- 15
- Total speaking time
- 2:28:31
- Avg per meeting
- 9:54
- Segments
- 4779
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Top issues during term (20)
Industrial and Commercial Solar and Facility Expansions
Private commercial investments improve local property values and expand retail and industrial service options.
Transition of Automated License Plate Readers to Axon
Maintains existing surveillance contract allocations.
Sanitary Sewer Lining and Infrastructure Upgrades
Substantial private property damage incurred by homeowners, requiring ongoing capital investments in municipal sewer improvements.
Driveway Expansion Standards
None to the town; property improvement funded by the owner.
Paddock Chevrolet Golf Dome Storm Resiliency Bond
Bids received range from $1,515,000 to $1,672,500 for capital improvements.
Youth Parks and Recreation Department Supply Bids
Impact is currently unknown until a new procurement method is determined.
Residential Air Conditioning and Heat Pump Siting
None on municipal funds.
Commercial Cannabis Dispensary Expansions
Generates local sales tax revenue and new commercial investment.
Proposed Data Center Development and Town Moratorium
Significant private investment expected, with potential tax and utility rate implications for local ratepayers.
Special Use Permit Hearings for Commercial and Telecom Projects
Telecommunications infrastructure investment.
Commercial and Industrial Site Plan Reviews
Promotes local business investment and property tax base growth.
Highway Department Tree Supply Procurement
Bids ranged from $32,815 to $37,250 for the tree supply contract.
Commercial Redevelopment of Former Bon Ton into Medical Offices
Private investment in commercial real estate revitalization along a major retail corridor.
River Road Apartment Development
Generates private investment and housing stock along the waterfront.
Immigration Enforcement Concerns and Colvin Woods Facility
None directly arising from town action.
Kenney Field Military Aircraft Restoration
Minor potential costs if town resources are used for paint or restoration materials.
Highway Department Generator and Fuel System Upgrades
$2,000,000 bond issuance affecting the General Fund, Highway Fund, and Garbage District assessments.
Retirement of Town Supervisor Joseph Emminger
Elmwood Avenue Reconstruction Parking Restrictions
Signage changes and installation costs associated with the county road reconstruction project.
Annual Town Board Organizational Structure and Appointments
Determines compensation and rates of pay for elected officials, non-bargaining employees, and board members across town departments.
Decisions during term (415)
Recorded while Emminger was in office — not necessarily decisions they moved, spoke to, or voted on.
Appointment of Town Supervisor
Bond Counsel Services
Sale of 169 Sheridan Parkside Drive
Resolution RES-2026-356
Resolution RES-2026-357
Resolution RES-2026-358
Resolution RES-2026-359
Resolution RES-2026-360
Resolution RES-2026-361
Resolution RES-2026-362
Resolution RES-2026-364
Resolution RES-2026-365
Resolution RES-2026-366
Resolution RES-2026-369
Resolution RES-2026-370
Resolution RES-2026-371
Resolution RES-2026-372
Resolution RES-2026-373
Resolution RES-2026-374
Resolution RES-2026-375
Voting record (230)
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