Zoning Board of Appeals
Lisa Rood
Chairman
Email: [email protected]
Legal Advisor: Town Prosecutor
There are five regular members and two alternate members, who step in to meet the quorum in the absence of a regular member. All members are allowed to question the applicant, however only the regular members vote on the motion to grant or deny the variance request.
The Zoning Board of Appeals meets on the first Thursday of the month, on an “as needed” schedule.
The start time is at 7:00 p.m. with subsequent Public Hearings, if any, scheduled at 20 minute intervals, start times are announced by published Public Hearing notices in the local paper, The Sun.
The meetings are held in the courtroom, located on the main level of the Boston Town Hall.
In addition to the applicant’s presence, adjoining property owners are notified and are advised that they are welcome to speak “for or against said application”
Conservation Advisory Council
The Town of Boston Conservation Advisory Council (CAC) is currently seeking new members. We are a group of like-minded residents, whose task is to advise the Town Board on conservation and quality of life issues in the town.
The Town of Boston Conservation Advisory Council is committed to sharing knowledge and resources around conservation and the environment in order to preserve the beauty and natural resources of the Town of Boston. In addition to advising the Town Board on conservation-related issues, our Council organizes a number of events and educational opportunities for the greater community, including:
- Youth Fishing Derby - Our annual Fishing Derby for Youth is traditionally held the Saturday before Mother's Day in May. Youth aged 15 and under are invited to participate. The event is held at the fishing ponds at the Boston Town Park.
- Snowshoes and Snowmen- In late Winter, families are invited to join us at the Boston Town Park for a snowshoeing adventure. Snowshoes are available for check-out for free. Enjoy the serenity of winter at your own pace or participate in a scavenger hunt around the park. Afterwards, warm up inside the Town Community Room with a hot cup of cocoa and snacks.
- Local Environmental Awareness Fair (L.E.A.F.) - Spearheaded by the Town of Boston Conservation Advisory Council with support from Friends of the CAC, L.E.A.F. exists to educate the greater community on conservation, wildlife, and the environment. It’s a great opportunity for local organizations to highlight the many people, organizations, and features of our local environment that make our community a wonderful place to live! The fair is held annually on a Saturday in September.
- Additionally, we have sponsored invasive species management workshops, educational programming at local schools, fish stocking, tree planting, and more.
we are always interested in comments and suggestions from Town residents. Please address those directly to the Conservation Advisory Council, at the above address.
From the Natural Resources Conservation Service, US Department of Agriculture:
"Just as they do on the farm, conservation practices on nonagricultural land can help increase food and shelter for birds and other wildlife, control soil erosion, reduce sediment in waterways, conserve water and improve water quality, inspire a stewardship ethic, and beautify the landscape.'Backyard Conservation' shows you how conservation practices that help conserve and improve natural resources on agricultural land across the country can be adapted for use around your home. These practices help the environment and can make your yard more attractive and enjoyable. Most backyard conservation practices are easy to use. America's farmers and ranchers have been using these practices successfully for decades.
Whether you have rural acreage, a suburban yard, or a city lot, you can help protect the environment and add beauty and interest to your surroundings..."
Resource Links
- Conservation Advisory Council Facebook Page
- Arbor Day
- Buffalo Niagara Waterkeeper
- Western New York PRISM
- Spotted Lanternfly Information
- Western New York Stormwater Coalition
- Erie County Parks, Recreation and Forestry
- Food Policy Council of Buffalo and Erie County
- New York State Climate Smart Communities
- NYSERDA Home Energy Efficiency Programs
Agendas and Minutes
Agendas and minutes can be found at the following link: https://townofboston.com/departments/boards/board-news/
The C.A.C. meets the first Tuesday of every month at 7:00 PM in the Planning Board Room at the Boston Town Hall.
Conservation Advisory Council Members:
Mitch Tucker, Chairman
Pamela Zylinski, Member
Sharon Stuart, Member
Caitlin Tucker, Member
We are always interested in comments and suggestions from Town residents. You can reach us via e-mail at [email protected] or by mail at:
8500 Boston State Rd., Boston, New York 14025.
The Town of Boston Conservation Advisory Council is excited to bring back the Beauty of Boston Photo Contest!
The "Beauty of Boston" photo contest is open to all Boston residents, regardless of mailing address. Photos should be of the outside, a scenic landscape, or other nature-related theme from around the Town of Boston. So find the perfect scene that showcases the splendor of our Town, snap it, and send it in. Please, no people in the photos! One submission per person.
Photo Release Form: https://forms.gle/Bywvw9bTm9Fa7VEN6