Development News for Fredonia, New York

Village Renews Membership with New York Conference of Mayors

The village board approved the annual membership dues for the New York Conference of Mayors (NYCOM) in the amount of $4,283 for the 2026-2027 membership year [cite: 247-255]. Trustee Wendell explained that NYCOM provides benefits such as conferences, training, insurance assistance, and free legal counsel for quick questions [cite: 256-266].

Seasonal Staff Appointed for Summer Recreation Programs

The village board approved the appointment of individuals to seasonal positions for the 2026 summer recreation programs, effective June 1st, 2026, and ending August 1st, 2026 [cite: 137-147]. These hires will be at a minimum wage of $16 per hour, unless otherwise noted [cite: 145-146]. The list of appointed individuals includes Keegan Whitfield, John Man, Elizabeth Joy, Cassidy Denissi, Brady Crawford, Jaylen Davis, Shauna Shakawa, Cruz Baoza, Ava Sasso, Gabrielle Cunningham, Laura Rakavina, Lily Beachch, Math Max Cuthbert, McKenna Crawford, Robert Harrington, Braden Corjineseski, and Victoria Miller, who will be at a rate of $18 an hour [cite: 148-162].

Officer Bradley Lawson Removed from Probationary Status

The village board approved the removal of Officer Bradley Lawson from probationary status, effective immediately [cite: 314-318]. The request was made by Police Chief Roger Myers [cite: 315-316]. Trustees Wendell, Lazeroni, and Cruz Keefe acknowledged the approval, with congratulations extended to Officer Lawson [cite: 319-321].

Italian Heritage Festival Approved at 64 Prospect Street

The Festivals Fredonia organization received permission to hold the annual Italian Heritage Festival at 64 Prospect Street, Fredonia, New York [cite: 36-44]. The festival was approved to take place on the specified date and location [cite: 41-44].