New York 2025-2026 Regular Session

New York Assembly Bill A11211

Introduced
5/1/26  

Caption

Provides that once the board of trustees of the village of Blasdell abolishes its fire department, the town of Hamburg may extend the Big Tree fire protection district to include such village.

Summary

Bill A11211 aims to address the provision of fire protection services in the village of Blasdell by allowing the town of Hamburg to extend its Big Tree fire protection district into the village. This action would take effect following the abolishment of the village's fire department by its board of trustees. The bill outlines clear procedural requirements for this extension and underscores the continuation of the Big Tree Volunteer Firemen's Company as a significant entity within the incorporated limits of Blasdell, maintaining its existence even post-abolishment of the local fire department. The intention behind this legislation is primarily to ensure a seamless transition of fire protection services for the residents of Blasdell, thus safeguarding public safety without leaving a gap in emergency response capabilities. By including Blasdell in Hamburg’s fire protection district, the bill seeks to consolidate resources and enhance the efficiency of emergency services in the area. There are notable implications for state laws concerning the authority of town boards over fire protection districts, particularly as the bill establishes the framework within which the town of Hamburg can govern the newly extended area. Specifically, it highlights the procedural steps defined in town law that must be followed to enact the extension, emphasizing adherence to existing regulations. While the bill appears straightforward in its objective to extend necessary fire protection services, discussions may arise regarding the impact on local governance and the autonomy of the village of Blasdell. The dynamics between municipal and town authority could be points of contention, particularly if there are differing opinions on the governance of fire protection services and the management of municipal resources going forward.

Companion Bills

NY S10084

Same As Provides that once the board of trustees of the village of Blasdell abolishes its fire department, the town of Hamburg may extend the Big Tree fire protection district to include such village.

Previously Filed As

NY S10084

Provides that once the board of trustees of the village of Blasdell abolishes its fire department, the town of Hamburg may extend the Big Tree fire protection district to include such village.

NY A08400

Provides for state aid for certain cities, towns, villages or fire districts adversely affected by a concentration of tax exempt property.

NY S09351

Exempts the village of Williamsville fire department, located in the village of Williamsville, county of Erie, from the requirement that the percentage of non-resident fire department members not exceed forty-five percent of its membership.

NY A10201

Exempts the village of Williamsville fire department, located in the village of Williamsville, county of Erie, from the requirement that the percentage of non-resident fire department members not exceed forty-five percent of its membership.

NY S09248

Expands the residency requirement for the village clerk, deputy village clerk, village treasurer, and deputy village treasurer of the village of Washingtonville such that such person need not be a resident of such village, but must be a resident in the county in which such village is located or an adjoining county within the state of New York.

NY A10489

Expands the residency requirement for the village clerk, deputy village clerk, village treasurer, and deputy village treasurer of the village of Washingtonville such that such person need not be a resident of such village, but must be a resident in the county in which such village is located or an adjoining county within the state of New York.

NY A08253

Authorizes Melissa Baker to receive certain service credit under a twenty year retirement plan for service with the village of Blasdell Police Department.

NY A10630

Allows an authority having jurisdiction over a volunteer fire department or fire company in a county, city, town, village, fire district, or fire protection district to provide volunteer firefighters with a stipend for responses to calls and for certain standby services.

NY S07676

Allows for justices to reside in any town, village or city contained in whole or in part within the same assembly district as the court such justice serves or in an assembly district contiguous to such municipality where the court is located; authorizes towns and villages to require that any person who serves as a town or village justice be admitted to practice law in the state.

NY S10089

Allows for justices to reside in any town, village or city contained in whole or in part within the same assembly district as the court such justice serves or in an assembly district contiguous to such municipality where the court is located; authorizes towns and villages to require that any person who serves as a town or village justice be admitted to practice law in the state.

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