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Investigation into BPD Surveillance Camera Room Timekeeping Allegations

Councilmembers called for an internal affairs investigation into the Buffalo Police Department camera room following reports of payroll falsification and oversight failures.

4 mentions (2 this month)Last discussed Sep 23, 2026

CriticalPublic Safety↑Rising

Chippewa Entertainment District Safety & Overtime Costs

The council addressed ongoing safety, crowd control, and late-night altercations in the Chippewa entertainment district. Councilmember Nowakowski placed strict conditions, including an 11 p.m. closing cap and ID scanner requirements, on a special use permit for a West Chippewa establishment to curb underage co-mingling and reduce mounting police overtime costs.

8 mentions (7 this month)Last discussed Sep 15, 2026