On the agenda: Gasport 9-9-26 Work Session Minutes — Flock Safety (Sep 9)

Town of Hartland – Work Session Meeting Minutes
Date: September 9th, 2026
Location: Hartland Town Hall – 8942 Ridge Road, Gasport, New York 14067
Time: 6:00 PM
Members present
Supervisor:

Margaret M. Zaepfel

Councilman:

David Huntington
Joseph Reed
Elizabeth Neadow
Sean Walp

Attorney:

Michael Dowd

Town Clerk:

Caitlin Clark

Flock Safety Cameras
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The Board discussed Flock automated license plate reader cameras installed within the Town and
its previously stated opposition to their use.
The Supervisor reported discussing the matter with Niagara County Sheriff Michael Filicetti,
who indicated he would contact the installation company regarding relocation of cameras outside
the Town.
Cameras on Stone Road and Quaker Road were specifically mentioned.
Members discussed whether prior Town approval had been given and the scope of a permit
issued in 2023.
The Board anticipated considering a formal motion requesting removal at its regular meeting,
with Town Attorney Michael Dowd to prepare a written resolution.

Village of Middleport Police Services Contract
• The Board reviewed police coverage provided by the Village of Middleport, including patrol,
traffic enforcement, emergency response and court security.
• Discussion included the current contract cost (approximately $43,000–$45,000), revenue from
traffic enforcement, and the cost of maintaining police services.
• The Village requested a one-time $10,000 contract adjustment and a three-year arrangement with
3% increases in the second and third years.

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Members discussed whether the proposed adjustment could be phased in, including a possible
$6,000 first-year and $4,000 subsequent-year approach, and requested clarification of the
calculations.
The contract remained under negotiation; no final terms or approval were established.

Executive Session
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At approximately 6:25 p.m., a motion was made by Councilman Huntington, seconded by
Councilwoman Neadow to enter executive session to discuss union negotiations.
At approximately 6:50 pm, a motion was made by Councilman Huntington, seconded by
Councilwoman Neadow to end executive session with no decisions made.

2027 Budget Preparation and Work Session
• The Board discussed preparation of the upcoming Town budget, including outstanding
information relating to union and police contracts and insurance/compensation costs.
• Members discussed potential tax increases and use of fund balance.
• September 17, 2026 was proposed for a daytime budget work session.
• Members indicated that a motion concerning the meeting could be made at the regular Board
meeting that evening.
• No final budget action is established by this transcript.
Adjournment
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Motion by Councilwoman Neadow, seconded by Councilman Walp to end the work session
meeting at 6:56.

Respectfully submitted,

Caitlin Clark
Town Clerk
Town of Hartland