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Citizen Preparedness Corps - Training Event Jan. 11

The Citizen Preparedness Corps gives residents the tools and resources to prepare for any type of disaster or emergency, respond accordingly and recover as quickly as possible to pre-disaster conditions. The next in-person training in Amherst will be at 3:00 PM Saturday, Jan. 11 at the Harlem Road Community Center, 4255 Harlem Road, Amherst. Use the link below to register.

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Posted on Jan 02, 2025 by the Emergency Services & Safety Department.

Senior Tax Exemption Application Information

The Town Assessor's Office will accept tax exemption applications and answer questions at the Senior Center on Thursday, January 16 from 1pm-4pm and on Thursday, February 20th 9am-12pm. For additional information, see attached announcement or call 716-631-7038.

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Posted on Jan 03, 2025 by the Assessor's Office.

Town Holiday - MLK Day Jan. 20

Town of Amherst Offices, including Town Court, will be closed on Monday, January 20 in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. The holiday will NOT impact Modern Disposal garbage and recycling pickup schedule.

Posted on Jan 16, 2025 by the Office of the Supervisor.

Town Offices Closed - Presidents' Day - Feb. 17

Town of Amherst Offices, including Town Court, will be closed on Monday, February 17 in observance of Presidents' Day. The holiday will NOT impact Modern Disposal garbage and recycling pickup schedule.

Posted on Feb 13, 2025 by the Office of the Supervisor.

Town Offices Closed Friday, April 18

Town of Amherst Offices, including Town Court, will be closed on Friday, April 18 in observance of Good Friday. The holiday will NOT impact Modern Disposal garbage and recycling pickup schedule.

Posted on Apr 15, 2025 by the Office of the Supervisor.

Town Offices Closed Monday, May 26

Town of Amherst Offices, including Town Court, will be closed on Monday, May 26 in observance of Memorial Day. The holiday will impact Modern Disposal garbage and recycling pickup schedule. If your collection falls on or follows this day, your pick up will be delayed one day with Friday's pick up done on Saturday.

Posted on May 21, 2025 by the Office of the Supervisor.

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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Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

The Town of Amherst ADA Coordinators are Robert McCarthy (Director of Human Resources) and Mark Berke (Commissioner of Buildings).

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  • 5583 Main Street
  • Williamsville, NY 14221


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