Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Town of Hamburg public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
4 issues in parks rec
Youth Sports Field House at Carnegie-Scranton Park
The Carnegie Scranton Rec League wants to fundraise for a field house and field lighting at the park so hundreds of kids in football and cheer have safe year-round practice space. The board is interested and will connect them with planning, but wants to coordinate grants because it's town property.
Alumni Park Improvements & SEQR Review
The town transferred $150,000 from park funds to replace damaged playground equipment at Taylor Road Park.
Lakeshore Historic Survey SHPO Submission Request
Residents voiced intense opposition to splitting an 8.5-acre historic estate on Lake Shore Road into four residential lots, arguing it destroys irreplaceable community character and worsens Route 5 traffic safety.
Town Beach Jetty Repair and FEMA Reimbursement
The town awarded a $1.17 million contract to repair the beach jetty, with 75% covered by FEMA disaster funds and the rest from the town fund. Work is expected to be completed by late summer or early fall.