Wood Carvers Club
With the gracious help of a long time wood carver, you too could make incredible crafts by whittling down a chunk of wood! We have several different projects in mind, from soap carving to crafting a garden gnome! All necessary tools will be provided. Program held Mondays, March 3 - April 7 from 4pm-5:30pm at the Northwest Amherst Community Center, 220 Northpointe Pkwy. Cost is $10 w/valid resident ID: $35 non-residents. To register, visit amherstyouthandrec.org or call 716-631-7132.
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Posted on Feb 11, 2025 by the Youth and Recreation Department.
Employment Opportunities - Personnel Clerk
The Town of Amherst is seeking applicants to provide personnel and human resources administrative support in its Office of Human Resources. Requires strong organizational and communication skills, and proficiency with all Microsoft Office programs. Personnel or human resources administrative experience is a plus, but not entirely necessary.
Typical work activities include, but are not limited to, Working cooperatively with the Erie County Personnel Office in applying personnel and Civil Services Rules, Maintaining classification and salary plans, and other general programs; Maintaining specialized records and preparing reports relating to the activities of the department; Preparing payroll and maintaining employee personnel folders and ensuring confidentiality of such information; Assisting in preparing budgets and personnel request documents; Maintaining financial records and accounts relating to departmental budgets and/or expenditures for supplies and equipment; and Maintaining control of purchase orders.
Starting salary is $60,405.80. Enrollment in New York State Retirement System and excellent benefits package available. Amherst residency may be required. Forward letter of application, resume and three (3) professional references to Robert P. McCarthy, Esq., Director of Human Resources, Town of Amherst, 5583 Main Street, Williamsville, NY 14221, or email at rmccarthy@amherst.ny.us. Minority applicants are encouraged to apply. EOE, M/F/V/D
Click to view documentPosted on Feb 11, 2025 by the Human Resources Department.
Erie County Soil and Water Conservation District Seedling Program
The Erie County Soil and Water Conservation District offers an annual sale and distribution of evergreen and deciduous seedlings and transplants for the conservation of natural resources and the enhancement of forestry resources, wildlife habitat and economic development in Erie County. Order by Feb. 28, 2025. See attached document and link for details and order form.
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Posted on Feb 11, 2025 by the Tree Board.
Canned Food Drive
February is National Canned Food Month! To help a support our local New Beginnings Food Pantry, the Northwest Amherst Community Center is hosting a canned food drive through February 28. Please consider donating. You can drop off canned goods at the Northwest Amherst Community Center, 220 Northpointe Pkwy. Monday-Friday, 9am-6pm. For questions, please e-mail jreilley@amherst.ny.us or smohney@amherst.ny.us. Thank you in advance for your support!
Click to view documentPosted on Feb 10, 2025 by the Youth and Recreation Department.
Maple Road Restrictions
Erie County Department of Public Works (DPW) has announced two upcoming road restrictions on Maple Road. These restrictions will follow consecutively to one another upon completion- the dates listed are always up to continue until work is complete. First restriction - The portion of Maple Road (CR-192) from North Maplemere Rd to Amherst Manor Dr will have a single lane road restriction. Work will be performed daily between the hours of 9 a.m. to 3p.m. This restriction will begin February 12, with an estimated completion date of February 19, or until complete. This restriction is for the purpose of utility work. National Fuel will be performing the work. The second restriction, a portion of Maple Road (CR-192) from Donna Lea Blvd to Sandhurst Lane will have a single lane road restriction. Work will be performed daily between the hours of 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. This restriction will begin on February 20, with an estimated completion date of March 20, or until complete. This restriction is for the purpose of utility work. National Fuel will be performing the work.
Posted on Feb 10, 2025 by the Highway Department.
Middle School 2025 Rec Nights
The Amherst Youth and Recreation Department announces the Middle School Rec Nights for 2025 - Feb. 14, March 14, April 11 and May 9 from 6:30-8:30 PM at the Northwest Amherst Community Center, 220 Northpointe Parkway. See flyer below for additional details.
Click to view documentPosted on Feb 07, 2025 by the Youth and Recreation Department.
Summer Camp Information
In order to eligible for Summer Camp Registration, every child must have a 2025 resident ID card to register. ID cards will NOT be sold day of registration. Please plan accordingly. Mark your calendars - Camp registration will be at 6:00 PM Tuesday, Feb. 25 for Explorers Camp (ages 12-14) and then 6:00 PM Tuesday, March 4 for Elementary School Aged Camp (ages 5-11). Visit the link below for additional information or call 716-631-7132.
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Posted on Feb 04, 2025 by the Youth and Recreation Department.
Free Homebuyer Workshops at Amherst Town Hall
Belmont Housing Resources is teaching a free workshop for homebuyers on March 19th & March 26th from 5:30pm-8:30pm. Please see attached flyer for details.
Click to view documentPosted on Jan 27, 2025 by the Planning Department.
2025 Painted Traffic Boxes Contest
The Town of Amherst Arts & Culture in Public Places Board (ACPPB) is excited to announce the 2025 Painted Traffic Boxes Contest. This is our fifth year painting the Town of Amherst’s traffic boxes. All artists interested in making their mark in the Town of Amherst should apply! Wouldn’t it be great to have an intersection identified by your painted traffic box design? The theme for our contest is Amherst is Arts and Culture. The deadline for design submission is April 6, 2025. The ACPPB will select the six lucky submissions. Please click the links below for more information.
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Posted on Jan 24, 2025 by the Arts and Culture in Public Places Board.
February 2025 Newsletter
See what the Senior Center has to offer in February
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Posted on Jan 22, 2025 by the Center for Senior Services.
Winter Parking Ban
The Town of Amherst has an overnight winter parking ban in place from November 1, 2024 - April 1, 2025. Do not park vehicles on Town streets between the hours of 1 AM and 7 AM.
Posted on Dec 04, 2024 by the Office of the Supervisor.
2024 Senior Services Club List
Join a Club and surround yourself with people with the same interests.
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