Webster Town Board
July 16, 2026
A workshop meeting of the Webster Town Board was called to order by Supervisor Scialdone at
6:30 p.m. at the Webster Town Board Meeting Room, 1002 Ridge Road, Webster, New York,
with the following officials present:
Supervisor ......................................................................... Alexander B. Scialdone
Councilman....................................................................................... John J. Cahill
Councilwoman...........................................................................Jennifer S. Wright
Councilman.............................................................................. Nicholas E. Hunter
Councilman................................................................................ Garrett J. Wagner
Attorney for the Town .........................................................................Kyle Taylor
Town Clerk .................................................................................. Danene M. Marr
Department Heads Present:
Community Development Director ................................................. Joshua Artuso
Town Engineer .............................................................................. Keith Mortimer
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Keith Mortimer, Town Engineer, came before the Board to provide a presentation on proposed
Local Law #3, Vehicle and Traffic Regulation updates. The presentation included the proposed
updates to Chapter 320 of the Town Code regarding vehicle and traffic regulations and to
prepare for an upcoming Public Hearing on these changes. Updates include new “no stopping,
no standing, no parking” restrictions for Tebor Road, reflecting the road’s recent reconstruction
and the need to prevent overnight or large-vehicle parking due to narrow shoulders. Board
members discussed how truck traffic associated with the fairlife facility would be managed,
noting that all queueing is required to occur on-site and not on Tebor Road.
Additional amendments involve stop sign controls at new intersections created by recent
residential developments. These updates designate stop signs on minor approaches to major
roadways such as Alyssa Way at Schlegel Road. The Board also reviewed planned lane
designations related to the Bay Road Road-diet Project, including protected left-turn lanes and
pockets at several intersections. These lane configurations will be implemented through
pavement striping as Bay Road transitions from four lanes to three, with the goal of improving
safety and reducing rear-end, sideswipe, and head-on collisions.
The Board noted that these updates are necessary to ensure all new traffic controls and lane
designations are enforceable under Town Code. Once the Bay Road Project is complete and
striping is finalized, the amended code provisions will take effect.
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Keith Mortimer, Town Engineer, came before the Board to provide a presentation on a
proposed request for disability signage request form. Mr. Mortimer presented a new formal
process for evaluating resident requests for disability-related warning residential roadway signs,
prompted by a prior request for signage regarding autistic children. After researching best
practices, the Engineering Department adapted an established application process used by the
City of Buffalo. The proposed criteria apply to signs for autistic, deaf, or blind children and
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require a completed application, medical verification, and that the roadway meet stateestablished standards, including residential character, traffic volumes under 2,000 vehicles per
day, and a speed limit of 35 mph or less. Applicants would need to resubmit annually to confirm
eligibility.
The Board discussed options for publicizing the availability of these signs, including the Town
website, newsletter, and coordination with the Webster Central School District to distribute
applications without sharing student-specific information. Board members also reviewed
logistical considerations such as installation timelines, handling denials based on state criteria,
and the potential to expand the process for other warning signs. The Highway Department
would manage installation, maintenance, and removal of signage as needed, with Engineering
overseeing intake and review. The Board expressed strong support for the initiative and its value
to local families.
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Charlotte Cabili, Conservation Board Member, delivered an in-depth presentation introducing
the Tree City USA Program, administered by the Arbor Day Foundation, and outlining its
potential benefits for the Town of Webster. The program recognizes municipalities that commit
to intentional tree planting, proactive tree maintenance, and public education on the value of
community trees. The presentation highlighted how trees improve air quality, reduce erosion
and stormwater runoff, support wildlife habitat, enhance neighborhood appearance, and reduce
heat island effects. Examples were shared from local conservation efforts, neighboring Tree City
Communities in Monroe County, and recent updates to Webster’s draft comprehensive plan that
prioritize sustainability, green infrastructure, and expanding tree canopy coverage. The
Conservation Board stated that the program applies only to trees on Town property and that
Webster already has sufficient resources to pursue designation with minimal additional cost.
The four standards required for Tree City USA designation were reviewed: establishing a Tree
Board or Tree Department with legal authority over public tree care; maintaining tree-related
ordinance language within the Town Code; documenting at least $2 per capita in annual
spending on community tree care activities (including volunteer hours); and hosting an Arbor
Day observance or similar event. Ms. Cabili on behalf of the Conservation Board offered to
assist with drafting ordinance language, organizing the annual event, supporting the formation of
a Tree Board, and helping prepare the December 2 application. She also proposed creating a
yearly work plan detailing tasks, responsible parties, and timelines to maintain the designation.
Board members expressed general support for the concept but raised several questions about
implementation, organizational structure, and resource requirements. Discussion included the
capacity of the Highway and Parks departments, documentation of existing tree-related
expenditures, liability considerations for volunteer tree work, and whether current contracts for
tree management (such as Birch Crest) would qualify. Board members also recommended
involving the Highway Department, Parks Department, Friends of Webster Trails, and Legal
Counsel in further evaluation. The Conservation Board requested individual feedback from
Board members and offered to schedule follow-up conversations to gather input. Additional
review and clarification will occur before the Board determines whether to move forward with a
Tree City USA Application.
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There being no further business to come before the Board, the meeting was adjourned at
7:27 p.m.
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Danene M. Marr, Town Clerk
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