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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Buffalo public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Code Blue shelter near Perry Homes
Majority Leader Halton-Pope submitted a letter opposing a proposed Code Blue shelter near the Perry Homes; it went to Community Development.
Tobacco License Denied on Delaware Avenue
The Council denied a tobacco/hookah/vape license at 2531-2533 Delaware Avenue in the Delaware District.
2026-2027 Winter Snow Plan Filed
DPW's updated snow plan — built around the three-tier emergency framework created after the 2022 blizzard — was referred to committee.
Crime Statistics
Gun violence is surging in Buffalo with a 15% jump in shootings and a 22% spike in victims, putting intense pressure on city leaders to fix local public safety. If you live or work here, it's a stark reminder that neighborhood safety needs immediate attention.