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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Town of Amherst public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Proposed Changes to Town Board Rules of Order
The Town Board reviewed its upcoming schedule of over 80 resolutions, transitioning to a new software system called Civic Plus that temporarily altered standard numbering formats.
Student Resource Officer Agreements with School Districts
The town approved annual agreements to keep police officers stationed as Student Resource Officers in the Sweet Home, Amherst Central, and Williamsville school districts through mid-2027.
ADA Accessibility and Compliance in Town Services
The Amherst Committee on Disabilities presented its 2025 annual report, highlighting ADA compliance, web accessibility upgrades required by April 2026, and challenges regarding service animal interference and town communication.