Comptroller· 2019-2027
Barbara Miller-Williams
Buffalo
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- Meetings spoken in
- 1
- Total speaking time
- 0:35
- Avg per meeting
- 0:35
- Segments
- 9
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Top issues during term (20)
school closures
While cutting over 100 jobs will save the district some serious cash, it’s going to cost neighborhoods and local businesses in lost foot traffic and property stability.
school closure
While the district hopes to save cash by consolidating, families might get hit with higher transit costs or logistical headaches.
City Financial Cashflow and Budget Monitoring
The financing arrangement could back city borrowing; the dollar amount wasn't stated at this meeting.
Municipal Ballot Access Reform
While no direct price tag was attached, keeping the current election setup avoids the administrative costs of implementing new voting procedures.
Winter Preparedness and Public Works Readiness
Impacts winter operations budgets and overtime expenditures for snow removal.
tribal land development dispute
Local businesses near the new gas station could see a shake-up in their customer base and daily sales.
environmental contamination
Property values and development plans in the nine affected towns could take a hit if contamination is found.
tax exemption
Eligible veterans will see immediate relief on their property tax bills, though the city will absorb a slight shift in tax revenue.
Chippewa Entertainment District Safety & Overtime Costs
Police overtime on Chippewa Street costs approximately $50,000 per weekend, exceeding $2 million annually.
state funding
It injects $25 million straight into city coffers, keeping our local budget balanced without raising your taxes.
Community Notification and Participation in Neighborhood Infrastructure Projects
Grant-funded transportation projects involve millions in state and federal allocations.
Demolition Requests for Historic and Residential Properties
Unknown at this time.
Bulk Trash Collection Schedule
Saves approximately $1 million annually, but risks shifting cleanup costs to illegal dumping remediation.
303 Lafayette Ave. Multi-Family Residential Development
A multi-million dollar private investment providing 27 housing units and increased tax revenue.
Municipal Appointments and System Evaluation
Involves salary commitments within existing departmental budgets ranging from $44,527 to $102,295.
Ralph Wilson Foundation Park Tree Plantings and Waterfront Views
Potential impact on residential property values and neighborhood marketability along the waterfront.
infrastructure funding
Leaving $40 million untouched means taxpayers are missing out on major infrastructure upgrades while construction costs continue to rise.
Tenant Protections and Landlord Utility Shutoffs
Arrears for multi-family utility accounts can reach tens of thousands of dollars.
road construction
Your tax dollars at work are finally making traffic flow better and potentially saving you gas money with fewer idling stops.
City Hall Employee Communication Restrictions
Operational efficiency impacts for city service delivery.
Decisions during term (862)
Recorded while Miller-Williams was in office — not necessarily decisions they moved, spoke to, or voted on.