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2024 Supervisor's Budget Information


The 2024 Town of Amherst Supervisor's Special Districts Budgets are now available online. Please follow the link below to find the 2024 proposed budget documents.

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Posted on Sep 18, 2023 by the Comptroller's Office.

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Youngs Road closure announcement


A road closure in town will impact Youngs Road motorists. Erie County Department of Public Works has announced that Youngs Road from Aero Drive to Lawrence Bell Drive will have a full road closure from Oct. 4 to Nov. 8 (expected). The road will be fully closed to all traffic as crews rehabilitate the Youngs Road Bridge over Ellicott Creek. Signed detour will be posted. This is an Erie County DPW project. All questions must be directed to that office. The Town of Amherst is posting as information for motorists.

Posted on Sep 27, 2023 by the Office of the Supervisor.

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Preliminary 2024 Snyder Fire District Budget


Please click the document link below to view the Snyder Fire District's proposed 2024 budget.

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Posted on Sep 26, 2023 by the Town Clerk / Receiver of Taxes.

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Town of Amherst Celebrates Autumn and Halloween


Mark your calendars to celebrate Autumn and Halloween in the Town of Amherst at these great events! Harvest Festival - Sept. 30; Enchanted Forest Walk - Oct. 13; BNHV Drive-Thru Trick or Treat - Oct. 19; BNHV Traditional Trick or Treat - Oct. 20 & 21; APD Bootastic Halloween Bash - Oct. 28; Amherst Library Trunk or Treat - Oct. 29; Trot the Turkey Trail - Nov. 11; and Family Fun Nights - Sept. 22, Oct. 14, Nov. 17 and Dec. 1. Some events require registration, please see attached document for complete event details.

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Posted on Sep 22, 2023 by the Office of the Supervisor.

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Music on the Move: Serendipity Swing 10/21/2023


Please click the document link below for information on the Music on the Move concert scheduled for Saturday 10/21/2023 at 7:00PM.

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Posted on Sep 22, 2023 by the Arts and Culture in Public Places Board.

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Down Payment & Closing Cost Assistance up to $50,000


The Town of Amherst has a new First-Time Homebuyer Program and is assisting homebuyers with up to $50,000 to purchase a home in Amherst. Please see the flyer for more information.

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Posted on Sep 20, 2023 by the Planning Department.

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Free Homebuyer Workshops at Amherst Town Hall


A free 2 part workshop that covers the homebuying process. See the attached flyer for the information. Registration is required.

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Posted on Sep 19, 2023 by the Planning Department.

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Fire Department Open Houses


Fire Departments throughout the Town of Amherst are hosting Open Houses to demonstrate how they serve the community and answer any questions for residents looking to volunteer. These fun events are a great opportunity to meet the men and women who protect our town. See attached document for complete details.

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Posted on Sep 14, 2023 by the Emergency Services & Safety Department.

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Family Room Membership Information


All the info you need to become a Family Room member this Fall!

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Posted on Sep 06, 2023 by the Youth and Recreation Department.

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Family Room Fall Activity Calendars and Schedule


Check out all the activities, playgroups, registrations and field trips on The Family Room Fall Calendars!

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Posted on Sep 06, 2023 by the Youth and Recreation Department.

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Family Room Fall Newsletter


Join The Family Room this fall for learning, fun and friendships!

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Posted on Sep 06, 2023 by the Youth and Recreation Department.

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Senior Services - Fall Class Catalog


Fall class registration begins August 7.

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Posted on Jul 24, 2023 by the Center for Senior Services.

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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 July 20, August 17, September 21, October 19, and November 16 2023.

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Posted on Jun 16, 2023 by the Arts and Culture in Public Places Board.

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Senior Center Club List


The Amherst Center for Senior Services has 40 member only clubs.

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Posted on May 24, 2023 by the Center for Senior Services.

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Street Light Conversion to LED


Starting the week of May 15, 2023, contractors will begin converting all street lights in the Town of Amherst to LED lighting. This project will take up to a full year to complete. Residents can call the Highway Department at (716) 631-7117 for more information.

Posted on May 11, 2023 by the Highway Department.

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2023 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 2023. Factors beyond our control such as weather, contractor scheduling, material availability and equipment breakdowns could force us to delete some of the roads off the list.

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Posted on May 05, 2023 by the Highway Department.

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Music on the Move 2023


Please click the website link below for a list of dates and locations for Music on the Move events presented by the Town of Amherst Arts & Culture in Public Places Board.

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Posted on Apr 25, 2023 by the Arts and Culture in Public Places Board.

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Amherst Center for Senior Services Club List 2023


The Amherst Center for Senior Services has a Club for everyone!

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Posted on Jan 12, 2023 by the Center for Senior Services.

About Amherst

The Town of Amherst was established in 1818 and celebrated its 200th Anniversary in 2018. The town has a geographical area of 53.6 square miles and a population of greater than 122,000.

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