Public Hearing Opens for Empire 1 Credit Union's Administrative Building Project in Cheektowaga

The Cheektowaga Town Board meeting on July 22, 2025, focused on several key issues, including a public hearing regarding a proposed administrative building for Empire 1 Community Federal Credit Union.

The meeting began with a public comment period, after which the board moved to the first of four public hearings. The primary topic was the project at 2345 Genesee Street, which aims to construct a 3,920 square-foot administrative building for offices and record retention, along with additional site improvements. This project has been under discussion since a previous public hearing on July 8, 2025, and was initially introduced at the May 27, 2025, town board meeting.

Sean Hopkins, an attorney representing the credit union, presented the project details. He was accompanied by Jason Putzig, the project engineer. Hopkins noted that the public hearing was being continued to allow for further comments, although no official comments had been received by the town clerk's office prior to the meeting.

During his presentation, Hopkins provided a PowerPoint summary of the project, addressing previous input and questions from the community. He encouraged board members to ask questions throughout the presentation to clarify any concerns.

The meeting underscored the town's ongoing commitment to community engagement and transparency in local development projects. Further discussions and decisions regarding the project are expected in upcoming meetings as the board continues to evaluate community feedback and project details.