
Deputy Supervisor Lavin, Highway Supt. Floss Announce Summer Road Work
“Road Work Ahead” signs will be found throughout the Town of Amherst this summer. The Highway Department is busy repairing roadways thanks to funding investment from the Town Board and New York State. Deputy Supervisor Shawn Lavin and Highway Superintendent Steve Floss announced that the Amherst Highway Department will spend more than $2.8 million this year to pave and repair 60 Town roads. That funding is through Amherst’s Capital Improvement Project (CIP) bond money and New York State roads programs, including CHIPS and PAVE NY.
Click to view documentPosted on Jul 24, 2025 by the Councilmembers Office.

Free Family Health Fair at Senior Center on July 26
The Amherst Center for Senior Services, 370 JJ Audubon Parkway, is hosting a Free Family Health Fair from 9 AM- Noon on Saturday, July 26. See attached flyer for details. Thank you Assemblymember McMahon and Senator Ryan for sponsoring this event.
Click to view documentPosted on Jul 23, 2025 by the Center for Senior Services.

Summer Concerts @ Bassett Park - American Legion Band of the Tonawandas on July 23
Please see attached schedule for summer concerts at Bassett Park. Events are free of charge and all are welcome; bring a chair or blanket.
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Posted on Jun 23, 2025 by the Youth and Recreation Department.

Clerk's Office reminds residents to license their dogs
The Town of Amherst is reminding residents to stop in to register your dog(s) with the Town of Amherst Clerk’s office. Applications found at the link below. To obtain a license, the town will need certification from the veterinarian of the rabies shot and if spay/neutering occurred. At this time all first time registrations need to be done at the Amherst Town Clerk’s office or via USPS, not online. Online renewals are possible, when the rabies information is up to date. If the rabies information is not up to date and you would like to renew online, send email or USPS the rabies information to the town clerk. They will update the information and email you when the online system will accept your transaction. For more information email doglicensing@amherst.ny.us or call 716-631-7021.
Click for website linkPosted on Jul 24, 2025 by the Town Clerk / Receiver of Taxes.

2025 Proposed Road Paving List
Please click the document link below for a list of proposed roads to be paved by the Town Highway Department in 2025. Factors beyond our control such as weather, contractor scheduling, material availability and equipment breakdowns could force changes to the list. As always, please be extremely careful when driving in a work zone.
Click to view documentPosted on May 06, 2025 by the Highway Department.

YouthWork$ Program seeking Teen Applicants
The Amherst YouthWork$ program is looking for responsible youth residing in the town of Amherst to work this summer. Various opportunities available; applicants must be residents between the ages of 12 and 20. To apply, please see the link or flyer with information.
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Posted on Jul 18, 2025 by the Youth and Recreation Department.

Mosquito Control Treatment Information
Please find below information related to the Town of Amherst's Mosquito Control Treatment.
Click to view documentPosted on Jul 17, 2025 by the Highway Department.

Aunt Rosie’s Hits Home Run with 37th Annual Competition
Deputy Supervisor Shawn Lavin and Aunt Rosie's International Fastpitch Tournament Director Kevin Drayer talk about the event's positive impact on the community. See article below.
Click to view documentPosted on Jul 17, 2025 by the Councilmembers Office.

Let's Do Lunch
The Amherst Arts and Culture in Public Places Board presents "Let's Do Lunch". Explore the arts, history and culture of the area while enjoying a fine lunch with friends. Please click the document link below for information on the events scheduled for August 21, September 17, and October 8 2025.
Click to view documentPosted on Jul 17, 2025 by the Arts and Culture in Public Places Board.

Friday Night Family Movie Series
Join us for free movies under the stars on a GIANT inflatable screen! Grab the fam, load up the car and don't forget the snacks and popcorn! Showtime is at 8:45pm. All are welcome; movies are free of charge. We have a super lineup this year: 8/1 - Sonic 3 @ Island Park; 8/8 - Moana 2 @ Harlem Road Community Ctr.; 8/15 - The Wild Robot @ Willow Ridge Elem. and 8/22 - A Minecraft Movie @ Bassett Park.
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Posted on Jul 14, 2025 by the Youth and Recreation Department.

Fitness in the Parks Schedule
Independent Health and the YMCA are celebrating 14 years of Fitness in the Parks. Amherst is hosting three locations: Bassett Park, Garrison Park and University at Buffalo (South Lake Village), which are part of more than 500 FREE outdoor fitness classes at parks across Western New York, led by certified YMCA instructors. All ages and skill levels are welcome to join. Parking is always free and registration is never required; just show up at the scheduled time. See Amherst schedule attached or visit the website for information.
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Posted on Jul 09, 2025 by the Youth and Recreation Department.

BNHV July Events
Buffalo Niagara Heritage Village is hosting exciting events in July! See attached flyer for list of events and visit www.bnhv.org for hours, tickets, details and more! A quick look at what's coming up: Agricultural Craft Day – Saturday, July 12 from 10 AM–Noon to make your own ice cream! Farmstead Day – Saturday, July 19 from 2 PM–3 PM to lend a hand on the farm and learn more about animal care on a historic homestead. 5th Annual Preservation Day – Saturday, July 26 to celebrate preservation with historic yard games, hands-on crafts, engaging lectures, and more. Every Saturday at 12 PM for guided tours that take you deeper into the stories and history of our Village.
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Posted on Jul 08, 2025 by the Office of the Supervisor.

Glen Park Art Festival
Come visit the Glen Park Art Festival! There will be over 140 booth artists, chalk artists, strolling entertainers, food from local restaurants, and children's activities throughout the weekend! Make sure to come check us out on Saturday, July 26th and Sunday, July 27th from 10AM-5PM.
Click for website linkPosted on Jul 01, 2025 by the Office of the Supervisor.

Paradise Park Will Remain Open During Summer Construction
The Town of Amherst announces that work will begin at Paradise Park, 700 Paradise Road, East Amherst, at the end of June to allow for the addition of an ADA-compliant restroom facility. The 1,200-square foot structure will be located near the loop in the parking lot. The project is expected to be completed by the end of 2025. Once operational, the restrooms will be accessible during Paradise Park’s hours of operation. Construction work should not disrupt access to the tennis and pickleball courts, playground, fields and other amenities.
Click to view documentPosted on Jun 24, 2025 by the Engineering Department.

Senior Center July Newsletter
Check out our July newsletter for great activities, programs, classes and more! Visit amherstcenterforseniorservices.com.
Click to view documentPosted on Jun 23, 2025 by the Center for Senior Services.

Markets at Bassett Park - Next Event August 10!
Mark your calendars and get ready for some fun at the Markets at Bassett Park! Join us for a delightful day filled with local vendors, delicious treats, and great company! The Market runs Sundays from 10am-2pm. Here are the dates to remember: June 8, July 13, August 10, and September 14. See you there!
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Posted on May 23, 2025 by the Youth and Recreation Department.

Free Compost Available at Highway Dept. - Limits Apply
As part of the Town's Organic Food Scrap Recycling Program, free compost (limited quantity - 5 gallon equivalent) is available to residents. The compost was created from food scraps that the Highway Department' Refuse Office collected and promotes a continued cycle composting. Click on attached document for complete information.
Click to view documentPosted on May 15, 2025 by the Highway Department.

Amherst Youth & Recreation Summer Program Guide
Amherst Youth & Recreation Summer Program Guide is now available online (please refer to link below). Registration begins Monday, May 5. A valid resident ID card is needed for registration; for questions, please call 716-631-7132 or visit amherstyouthandrec.org.
Click for website linkPosted on Apr 30, 2025 by the Youth and Recreation Department.

Yard Waste Regulations
The Town of Amherst Highway Department – Refuse Office reminds residents that any yard waste that does not meet standards cannot be collected by Modern Disposal Services, the town’s waste management contractor. The Refuse Office is reminding residents to remove plastic packaging or containers that come with plants, flowers, mulch, etc. from yard waste. Additionally, yard waste placed in plastic trash bags will not be collected. Paper yard waste bags will be accepted. The Amherst Highway Department’s brush pickup crews will be out picking up large brush piles by appointment; please call (716) 631-7117 to schedule your address for service. Please have brush, logs and stumps out for pickup before you call. The Town Highway will only collect large unmanageable piles of logs, brush (cut to less than 8 feet in length), and tree stumps. For additional information, please visit www.amherst.ny.us/highway.
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Posted on Apr 29, 2025 by the Highway Department.

Amherst Youth & Recreation Summer Registration
Amherst Youth & Recreation Summer registration will begin Monday, May 5 at 9am. Individuals must have a valid resident ID card to register online. For details on obtaining/renewing a resident ID card, please visit amherstyouthandrec.org. For questions, please call 716-631-7132.
Click to view documentPosted on Apr 23, 2025 by the Youth and Recreation Department.

Audubon Golf App
Download the mobile app to book tee times, keep score and acquire more details about the course. See attached document for complete details.
Click to view documentPosted on Apr 18, 2025 by the Youth and Recreation Department.

BNHV Seeking Local Farm Stories for Agricultural Fair & Tractor Show
Buffalo Niagara Heritage Village's Agricultural Fair & Tractor Show, being held Saturday, August 23rd, will feature an exhibition showcasing local farms. Interested in having your family farm featured? Contact BNHV Curator at curator@bnhv.org to submit photographs, artifacts, or memories for this special exhibition. Submissions will be accepted until August 1st.
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Posted on Apr 11, 2025 by the Councilmembers Office.

Spring-Summer Class Catalog
Our catalog is jammed pack with fantastic classes and additional information. Class registration starts April 9th!
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Posted on Mar 27, 2025 by the Center for Senior Services.

Amherst Public Libraries Information
The Town of Amherst has four public libraries: Amherst Main Branch (350 JJ Audubon Parkway); Clearfield Branch (770 Hopkins Road); Eggertsville-Snyder Branch (4622 Main Street); and Williamsville Branch (5571 Main Street). Events and announcements are posted on Facebook at www.facebook.com/AmherstPublicLibrary or online at the link below. A list of special events happening in April and May can be found in the document attached. Enjoy all that the library has to offer!
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Posted on Mar 26, 2025 by the Library Board of Trustees.

Yard Waste Schedule & Policies - Program Starts April 1
The Town of Amherst’s annual yard waste collection program will begin on Tuesday, April 1, 2025. Homeowners are encouraged to properly dispose of yard waste to allow it to be composted, thus reducing landfill waste and cost. It is estimated that this program saves more than $950,000 in landfill costs annually. For directions on how to properly place yard waste, please see the links below. For questions, (716) 631-7117.
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Posted on Mar 22, 2025 by the Highway Department.

811 - Call Before You Dig
811 is the national call-before-you-dig phone number. Anyone who plans to dig should call 811 or go to their state 811 center’s website a few business days before digging to request that the approximate location of buried utilities be marked with paint or flags so that you don’t unintentionally dig into an underground utility line. 811 protects you and your community! Hitting a buried line while digging can disrupt utility service, cost money to repair, or cause serious injury or death. Always contact your 811 center, wait the required time for utilities to respond to your request, and ensure that all utilities have responded to your request before putting a shovel in the ground.
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