Council approves Claim Settlement - Margarita Rossy, as Administrator of the Estate of Jose Hernandez-Rossy, 8–1

Claim Settlement - Margarita Rossy, as Administrator of the Estate of Jose Hernandez-Rossy

8 yes, 1 no

Joseph Golombek, Jr. (no), David A. Rivera (yes), Joel P. Feroleto (yes), Zeneta B. Everhart (yes), Rasheed N.C. Wyatt (yes), Leah M. Halton-Pope (yes), Mitch Nowakowski (yes), Christopher P. Scanlon (yes), Bryan J. Bollman (yes)

APPOINT SENIOR LEGISLATIVE ASSISTANT II- CENTRAL STAFF (DENI)

8 yes, 1 no

Joseph Golombek, Jr. (no), David A. Rivera (yes), Joel P. Feroleto (yes), Zeneta B. Everhart (yes), Rasheed N.C. Wyatt (yes), Leah M. Halton-Pope (yes), Mitch Nowakowski (yes), Christopher P. Scanlon (yes), Bryan J. Bollman (yes)

Permission to Hire $2,000,000 - City-Wide Architectural & Engineering Master Planning Services - A/E

8 yes, 1 no

David A. Rivera (yes), Joseph Golombek, Jr. (no), Zeneta B. Everhart (yes), Joel P. Feroleto (yes), Mitch Nowakowski (yes), Leah M. Halton-Pope (yes), Rasheed N.C. Wyatt (yes), Bryan J. Bollman (yes), Christopher P. Scanlon (yes)

Adopted

8 yes, 1 no

Joel P. Feroleto (yes), David A. Rivera (yes), Joseph Golombek, Jr. (no), Christopher P. Scanlon (yes), Bryan J. Bollman (yes), Mitch Nowakowski (yes), Leah M. Halton-Pope (yes), Rasheed N.C. Wyatt (yes), Zeneta B. Everhart (yes)

Certificate of Emergency - Engineering Services & Transfer of Personnel - DPW Broadway Barn

9 yes, 0 no

26-000803 - Change Order #2 for $27,943.00 - Professional Services for Niagara Street Reconstruction Phases 4B & 5, PINs 5762.90/5762.40 - Watts Architecture & Engineering 10/13/26 I

9 yes, 0 no

26-000800 - Change Order #3 ($1,500) - Buffalo Zoo Admin Building - Resetarits 10/13/26I

9 yes, 0 no

26-000807 - Permission to Enter Into Agreement - NYSDOT Undertaking Agreement 10/13/26 I

9 yes, 0 no

26-000834 - Liquor License Notice - 2455 Delaware Ave (Del) 10/13/26 I

9 yes, 0 no

26-000792 - S. Flores, Request for Support of Erie County Upward Mobility Action Plan (MAP) 10/13/26 I

9 yes, 0 no

26-000821 - Wyatt - BN Article - BPD Misdeeds

9 yes, 0 no

664 Fillmore Avenue Security Gate

664 Fillmore Avenue

Proposal to install a roll-down security gate.

Discussed — no decision yet

Hospital Hill Historic District

927 & 937 Washington Street, and 756-788 Ellicott Street

Establishment of a new historic district encompassing multiple addresses on Washington and Ellicott Streets.

Discussed — no decision yet

97 East Street Demolition

97 East Street

Proposal to demolish a double unit dwelling and an accessory dwelling unit.

Discussed — no decision yet

Broadway Auditorium Landmark Designation

201 Broadway

Proposal to designate the Broadway Auditorium as a local landmark.

Discussed — no decision yet

72 Sycamore Street Rehabilitation

72 Sycamore Street

Comprehensive masonry repair, window replacement, roof replacement, cornice work, stair and canopy repairs, new front door, and ADA-accessible entrance.

Discussed — no decision yet

Engine No. 26 Window Modification

693 Tonawanda Street

Proposal to remove a window, expand the opening, and install an intake air louver.

Discussed — no decision yet

124 Mariner Street Exterior Renovations

124 Mariner Street

Proposal to add wood siding, alter window dimensions, add vinyl windows and egress windows, build a second-story rear balcony, and replace windows with doors.

Discussed — no decision yet

328 North Oak Street Demolition

328 North Oak Street

Proposal to demolish a mixed-use building.

Discussed — no decision yet

462 Niagara Street Tavern

462 Niagara Street

Special use permit to open a tavern associated with the Hispanic Heritage Cultural Institute.

approved (9-0) · still approved

M. Islam Special Use Permit

416 Wohlers

Special use permit request for an assembly use in an N-3R residential zone.

denied (9-0) · still denied

Municipal Ballot Access Reform

Councilmember Golombek proposed reducing signature requirements to make it easier for candidates to run for local office, sparking debate over election rules.

What it means: Independent and anti-establishment candidates seeking to run for municipal office without extensive political party infrastructure.

Templeton Landing Waterfront Development

Councilman Nowakowski and former leadership pushed to secure the Templeton Landing waterfront parcel from third-party control, moving forward with a comprehensive planning process to ensure public access and economic vitality.

What it means: City residents and visitors who gain enhanced public access and recreational amenities along the Buffalo waterfront.

Local Landmark Designation for Broadway Auditorium

A proposal to officially designate the Broadway Auditorium at 201 Broadway as a local historic landmark.

What it means: The City of Buffalo and preservation advocates ensuring the protection of a prominent civic structure.

Establishment of Hospital Hill Historic District

A proposal to establish a new historic district covering multiple parcels on Washington and Ellicott Streets to protect local architectural heritage.

What it means: Property owners and residents interested in preserving local historic architecture.

St. Casimir Social Center and School Landmark Recommendation

A proposal to officially designate the Broadway Auditorium at 201 Broadway as a local historic landmark.

What it means: The City of Buffalo and preservation advocates ensuring the protection of a prominent civic structure.

Demolition Requests for Historic and Residential Properties

Review of multiple demolition applications, including properties at 328 North Oak Street and 97 East Street.

What it means: Applicants seeking site clearance or redevelopment opportunities.