Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Town of Hamburg public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
7 issues in roads
Camp Road corridor safety
Friends and family of Tia Brown, killed in an October crash on Camp Road, asked the town for help fixing the dangerous curve. It's a state road, so the town has petitioned NYSDOT for years without success — now they're sending letters through state and county lawmakers and drafting a formal resolution.
Railroad quiet zones
Quiet zones would reduce train horn noise at rail crossings, but they typically require upgraded crossing safety equipment. The status of this effort is unknown.
Riley Boulevard traffic concerns
A traffic safety matter at 3901 Jeffrey Boulevard, associated with the Penn Dixie site, was introduced. Details and outcome are not on record.
Sowles Road traffic concerns
Sowles Road was introduced as new business. The specific concern and any outcome are not on record.
Tim Tam Trail stop sign request
A request for a stop sign on Tim Tam Trail was on the agenda. The board often weighs sight lines, speeds, and crash history before recommending signs.
Parker Road crosswalk
The board has been looking at a crosswalk on Parker Road. A marked crossing could improve pedestrian safety in the area, but no decision is on record.
McKinley Parkway Improvements
Erie County is repaving and upgrading McKinley Parkway with drainage, pedestrian and signal improvements; the town signed on to a cooperative agreement.