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Community Outreach Office Hour

Assemblyman Hawley will be holding a Community Outreach Office Hour at the Batavia Town Hall Thursday, March 8 from 6:00 P.M. to 7:00 P.M.

For full details please click on the press release.


Town Clerk's Office Closing

The Town Clerk's Office will be closing at 5:00 P.M. on Wednesday, November 23 rather than 7:00 P.M. There will be a Special Town Board meeting at 5:00 P.M. The Work Session is cancelled for November 23.


Batavia Consolidated Charter Task Force
Launches Project Website
Residents Can Stay Informed as Charter Development Unfolds

Batavia, NY - November 16, 2011 - A new website, specifically designed to help residents stay informed as the creation of the new city charter unfolds, is now live. The website (www.cgr.org/onebataviacharter) has been launched by the Task Force, which includes an eight-person committee and the study consultant.

The City & Town of Batavia applied for and received a grant from New York State's Local Government Efficiency (LGE) program. After receiving the grant, the City and Town engaged the Center for Governmental Research (CGR), a Rochester-based consulting organization with significant experience in local government consolidation, to assist the Task Force. Task Force members representing the City are Chad Bachorski, Gail Stevens, Dan Jones, and Laura Landers. Representatives for the Town are Chad Zambito, Judith Cotton, Larry Reisdorf, and Marcia Riley. There are two alternates for the Task Force: City resident Joe Gerace and Town resident Alan Koch.

The Task Force has been charged by the Town and City to develop a new city charter that would legally consolidate the two municipalities into one new City of Batavia. The Task Force is also working to generate a home rule bill that would allow the new city charter to be brought to the citizens of Batavia for public referendum. It is the intent of the governing bodies of City and Town to place the new city charter before voters in November 2012.

"The committee is excited to have the website up and running so that we can easily share information with the community," said Chad Zambito, Task Force chair. "This is an important project that could have long term implications on the citizens of Batavia and we hope they take this opportunity to digest the information and make an informed decision."

Key charter documents and Task Force reports will be posted to the website, with postings occurring throughout the process. Batavia residents wishing to submit comments and feedback directly to the Task Force can do so via the website. Residents can also sign up to receive email alerts when significant new information is added to the site.

"The website worked very well during the original Batavia consolidation study," Zambito said, referring to the analysis conducted by CGR for the City and Town in 2008 and 2009 which served as a precursor to the Task Force's work. "The committee felt it would be an important communication tool as the process moves forward."

Editors' Note: The study consultant engaged by the City and Town, the Center for Governmental Research, has offices in Rochester and Albany. CGR is a 96-year-old nonprofit, nonpartisan, independent consulting organization with significant expertise with dissolution / consolidation / and shared services involving local governments

For additional information on the project, go to www.cgr.org/onebataviacharter.

For additional information on CGR, go to www.cgr.org.


1999 Ford F150 Pickup Truck

the Town of Batavia has declared the Town's 1999 Ford F150 Pickup Truck with an 8 feet snow plow as surplus equipment and is accepted bids. For more information click here.


Special Town Board Meeting

The Special Town Board Meeting has been cancelled for Wednesday, August 31, 2011.


Accepting bids for a 2010 Ford F-350 XL

The Town of Batavia is accepting bids for a 2010 Ford F-350 XL 4WD, 4door crew cab pickup truck. The truck comes with dual rear wheel, 8 ft. bed, 6.8L V10, dark blue pearl exterior, tan Interior and only has 29,600 miles. It's loaded with cloth captain chairs, cruise, tilt, AM/FM/CD/MP3 player, electronic shift on the fly 4x4, tow package and remote start. Bids are only being accepted on Auctions International at www.auctionsinternational.com key word: 2010 Ford F350 until Sept. 29, 2011. For more information contact Tom Lichtenthal at 585-343-1729, ext. 218.

Truck For Sale



Town of Batavia is Accepting Applications

The Town of Batavia is accepting applications to fill an unexpired term on the Town of Batavia Planning Board. Applicant must be a Town of Batavia resident. Please submit application by August 12th.


At the May 18, 2011 meeting

the Town Board declared several items as surplus and authorized the Highway Superintendent to sell the items at auction. The items will be listed at www.teitsworth.com from June 1 to June 8th For a complete list of the items click here. If anyone has any questions or would like to see the items, they can contact Tom Lichtenthal, Asst Eng/Highway Superintendent at 343-1729 ext. 218.


The Town Board will have a Special Town Board meeting

on Wednesday, April 6 at 5:00 P.M. prior to their Work Session to take action as involved agency to the SEQR review for the proposed subdivision.


Public Meeting at the Batavia Town Hall

Mary Pat Hancock, Legislature for District 4 is having an outreach public meeting at the Batavia Town Hall, 3833 West Main Street Road on April 16 from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.


Town of Batavia & City of Batavia residents:

Electronic Devices will now be accepted at the Transfer Station at no charge.

To view the Electronic Waste Recycling Notice click here.

April 1st the Transfer Station fees will increase.

To view the new Transfer Station fee Schedule click here.


Public Meeting for the Genesee County Central Corridors Study

Batavia, New York – The Town of Batavia, in partnership with the City of Batavia and Genesee County, will host a public meeting to review the findings and recommendations of the Genesee Central Corridors Study. The Study examined transportation needs along the primary state corridors in the heart of Batavia. The meeting will be held on Tuesday, March 22, 2011 at 7 p.m. at the Town of Batavia Town Hall.

The meeting will provide an overview of the existing and future traffic conditions within the study area and review recommended transportation strategies to manage Batavia’s development over the next 20 years. Meeting participants will have an opportunity to review recommendations and concepts and provide their feedback.

The study area encompasses Routes 5&20, 33, 63 and 98 in the City and portions of the Town Batavia. These corridors have experienced significant change over the last decade, with more development expected in the future. The purpose of this study has been to better understand current and future conditions and identify where transportation enhancements should be made now and in the future.

To download the News Release click here.


Please Take Note:

there will NOT be a Planning Board Meeting on February 1, 2011. The meeting has been cancelled due to lack of Agenda Items.

The next meeting will be held on Tuesday, February 15, 2011. At that time there will be a Public Hearing on the Special Use Permit requested by the proposed Holiday Inn Express.


Congratulations to Clinton Worthington

Congratulations and Best Wishes to Clinton Worthington, Building Inspector on his retirement.


The Consolidated Charter Task Force

The Consolidated Charter Task Force Application Deadline has been extended to January 7, 2011.

Consolidated Charter Task Force Press Release.


Town Board Work Session

The Town Board Work Session will be on Tuesday November 23rd immediately following the Special Town Board Meeting. This is a change from Wednesday November 24th.


Planning Board December Agenda

The Planning Board will only be holding one meeting in December. It is going to be Wednesday, December 8th beginning at 6:50 P.M. with public hearings.


Consolidated Charter Task Force

The City of Batavia and Town of Batavia are looking for candidates to be appointed to the Consolidated Charter Task Force responsible for preparing a revised City Charter to incorporate the area currently outside of the City in the Town of Batavia. The Task Force will be continuing a joint effort by the City and Town to investigate the possibility of consolidating the City and Town into One Batavia. The Consolidated Charter Task Force, with the assistance of a facilitator, are expected to draft a Consolidated City Charter, to be reviewed by the public, City Council and Town Board. The selection process for the Consolidated Charter Task Force shall consist of interviews conducted by an Interview Committee consisting of three (3) City Council members and three (3) Town Board members. Upon the Interview Committee’s recommendations, the City Council and Town Board will jointly appoint the Consolidated Charter Task Force. The Consolidated Charter Task Force shall consist of four (4) City residents and four (4) Town residents. All members of the Task Force must be at least eighteen (18) years old; however, individuals in following categories shall not be considered for inclusion on the Task Force: all members of the City Council and the Town Board, all members of the Planning Boards and the Zoning Boards of Appeals for both the City and Town, all employees of the City and the Town and all spouses of any individuals in the above three categories. Applications for the Consolidated Charter Task Force are available at the City Clerk’s Office, One Batavia City Centre, in the City of Batavia and the Town Clerk’s Office, 3833 West Main St. Rd., in the Town of Batavia. Applications can also be downloaded from the City website: www.batavianewyork.com and the Town website: Consolidated Charter Task Force Application. Applications must be returned to either the City Clerk’s Office or Town Clerk’s Office. The deadline for applications is December 10, 2010.


Congratulations to Rodney Cook

Congratulations and Best Wishes to Town Highway Superintendent Rodney Cook on his retirement. Thanks for your 26 years of dedicated service.

Town Highway related matters, please contact the Deputy Highway Superintendent Thomas Lichtenthal.


October 5, 2010 - Special Meeting

A Special Meeting on Tuesday, October 5 at 7:30 A.M. to distribute the Tentative 2011 Budget.


September 22, 2010 - Special Meeting

The Town Board will be having a Special Town Board meeting September 22, 2010 at 5:00 P.M. to call a public hearing for the establishment of the Wortendyke and Pike Roads Water District.

Special Town Board Meeting Agenda.


August 25th - Informational Meeting

August 25th at 6:30 P.M. at the Town Hall there will be an informational meeting for the proposed water district formation - Wortendyke Road and Pike Road.

Wortendyke-Pike District Information can be found here.


July 6th & 7th Meetings Cancelled

July 6th - the 7:30 P.M. Planning Board Meeting is cancelled and July 7th - the 5:00 to 7:00 P.M. Town Board Workshop is cancelled.


FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

The Batavia Town Board has scheduled a public informational meeting on the draft Conceptual Plan for the development of the Batavia Town Park on Galloway Road for June 30, 2010 at 7:00pm. The draft Plan and accompanying report incorporate many of the suggestions made by participants in the public workshop held at the Town Hall in January.

The 62-acre park is envisioned to accommodate a variety of passive recreational activities, including fishing, picnicking, hiking, and nature observation. Phase I of the park development will include picnic pavilions, restrooms, an ADA-accessible fishing dock, gazebo, and trails. Future development is proposed to include a park lodge, playground and amphitheater.

Batavia Town Park Conceptual Park Graphic

Click to view Batavia Town Master Plan

For more information:
Barbara Johnston, Senior Planner
Stuart I. Brown Associates
585-295-6636


Assessment Board of Review

There is an opening on the Assessment Board of Review. Click Application for Appointment to download the form. Please submit completed application to the Town Clerk's Office, 3833 West Main Street Road, Batavia, New York 14020 or via email: tmorasco@townofbatavia.com. Applicant must be a Town Resident.


Well Contamination Form Letter for Residents

Well Contamination Informational Meeting

Wednesday, April 28, 2010

Meeting Purpose:

  • Update residents on recent well testing results.
  • Steps the Town is taking to offer public water to those that want it.
  • Process and costs of obtaining public water.

Status of Review of Contamination

  • Genesee County Health Department began well testing in early March due to suspected manure contamination in the NorthEast area of the Town.
  • Initial findings in the NorthEast area show both bovine and human bacteria present in wells.
  • NYS Dept. Environmental Conservation (NYSDEC)
    - Continuing contamination investigation
    - Report of findings will be issued
  • Town funded well testing is continuing.
  • Meeting of Ad hoc Ground Water Working Group

The Complete Well Contamination Update Informational Meeting Document



Well Contamination Update Informational Meeting

Wednesday, April 28, 2010 at 6:30 P.M. at the BATAVIA FIRE HALL, 8382 LEWISTON ROAD, BATAVIA. The purpose of the meeting will be to update the residents on public water extension opportunities. The specific topics to be discussed are as follows:

  • Brief update on well contamination
  • Funding process
  • Water District formation process
  • Schedule

2010 Census

As you are aware, this year marks the twenty-third United States Census. Conducted every ten years since 1790 and mandated by the United States Constitution, the Census seeks to count everyone residing in the United States to determine the number of seats each state has in the U.S. House of Representatives, as well as how, in part, the federal government allocates more than $400 billion to states and communities.

Click the links below for more information on the 2010 Census.

2010 Census
Importance of 2010 Census
Importance of Mailing Back a Census Form


Well Water Contamination

The Town of Batavia has been notified by the Genesee County Health Dept. that there is water well contamination in the area of State Street Road, Batavia-Elba Townline Road, Route 98, and Bank Street.

Press Release
Commonly Asked Questions
Coliform Bacteria in Drinking Water Supplies


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