Contact Information:
Eden Town Hall
2795 East Church Street
Eden, New York 14057

(716) 992-3408
(716) 992-4131 (Fax)


Town Supervisor:

Richard Ventry


Hours of Operation:

Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday
8:00am - 4:00pm

Wednesdays
8:00am - Noon

Town of Eden News & Announcements

March 13, 2024 Town Board Meeting

EDEN TOWN BOARD MEETING

MARCH 13, 2024 – 7 pm

Meeting will be held at the Eden Town Hall and through Go To Meeting

Join the meeting at https://meet.goto.com/402452389

You can also dial in using your phone: (646) 749-3122 Access Code: 402-452-389

Join us at our meeting tonight when we appoint Nick Blasz as our new Police Chief.

Summer Employment Opportunities

Looking for a summer job: Town of Eden Summer Employment applications for summer recreation, lifeguarding, swim instructors and summer maintenance are available on the Town website, www.edenny.gov/recreation. Deadline to apply is February 16th.

Garbage Collection update – January 18, 2024

Waste Management will resume service tomorrow, January 19th, and will be servicing the entire town.  Therefore, regardless of your regular scheduled pick-up date, please have your tote(s) out by 6am Friday morning.  Thanks again for everyone’s patience throughout the storm. 

Waste Management Schedule Change (as of Jan. 16th)

Waste Management has made another change to the pick-up schedule for this week.  If your normal garbage day is Tuesday it will be picked up on Thursday.  Wednesday’s garbage will NOT take place this week, you will be allowed to place additional bags outside your tote next Wednesday.  Thursday’s garbage will be picked up on Friday and Friday’s garbage will be picked up on Saturday.   

Normal Pick up –> This Week’s Pick up

Tuesday–>Thursday

Wednesday–> Will not be picked up this week

Thursday–> Friday

Friday–>Saturday

Garbage collection update for the week of Jan. 15th

Due to the storm, garbage pickup for the week of January 15th will be delayed and moved forward one day all week.

Tuesday –> Wednesday

Wednesday –> Thursday

Thursday –> Friday

Friday –> Saturday

Change in location for water and dry ice distribution

Due to the overwhelming response, National Grid has changed the location of the water and dry ice distribution to the GLP School at 3000 Schoolview Road, Eden. This distribution will take place from 2pm-4pm today.

Update for Town of Eden

National Grid will be distributing water and dry ice at the Eden Town Hall, 2795 East Church, in Eden between 12pm-4pm while supplies last.  The pick-up site will be in the parking lot.

National Grid does not have an estimated time for power restoration in the Town of Eden.  The crews are out working.

If you have any questions or concerns, please call the Supervisor’s office at 716-992-3408 opt. 1. 

Christmas Tree Pickup

CHRISTMAS TREE PICK UP

FOR EDEN RESIDENTS

  • PICK UP THROUGHOUT THE NEXT COUPLE WEEKS, WEATHER PENDING
  • REMOVE ALL TINSEL, GARLAND & DEOCRATIONS  
  • DO NOT PUT TREES IN BAGS
  • YOU CAN BRING YOUR TREE TO HIGHWAY GROUNDS FOR DISPOSAL

FOR MORE INFORMATION CALL EDEN HIGHWAY DEPT. AT 716-992-3823

Reminders from the Eden Highway and Police Department

  1. No Parking in the Town of Eden from November 1st – April 1st between 2am -7am.
  2. If a Town Snowplow hits a mailbox, as a courtesy, we will repair it.
  3. Do not plow, blow or shovel snow onto or across a highway or sidewalk. Thank you for your cooperation!

Town of Eden is Hiring a Part-time Maintenance Person

The Town of Eden is hiring a part-time Buildings and Grounds Maintenance person. This is a year-long position. The job includes cleaning of town buildings, maintenance, repair and up keep of parks, cemeteries, sports fields, and other town properties. The pay rate for this position is $18-$20 per hour. Candidates should possess excellent communication, time management, technical and mechanical skills. Interested persons should complete and submit the application located at https://edenny.gov/resources/ by Friday, December 22, 2023. Any additional questions please email admin@edenny.gov or call 716-992-3408 Opt. 1.

Garbage Delay for Nov. 23rd and 24th

This week in the Town of Eden garbage pickup for Thursday and Friday will be delayed one day. Thursday’s pickup will be on Friday and Friday’s pickup will be on Saturday.

Job Opening

Immediate Opening for a Full-time Senior Clerk to the Town of Eden

Position: Full-time Senior Clerk

Hours: 8am-4pm, Monday-Friday

Location: Eden Town Hall (Building and Assessor Departments)

Salary: $20-$22 per hour

Skills needed: Excellent communication and customer service skills, ability to multi-task, organized and be familiar with Microsoft Office.

To apply please email your resume and letter of interest to admin@edenny.gov.  The deadline to apply is November 10, 2023.  If you have any questions, please call the Supervisor’s office at 716-992-3408 Opt. 1 or email admin@edenny.gov.

Trick or Treat hours

Trick or Treating in the Town of Eden will take place on October 31st from 6pm-8pm.

Bley Road Closure Starting Oct. 23rd

The portion of Bley Road (CR 474) from Belknap Road to Mill Road will have a full
road closure. This closure will begin October 23, and has an anticipated completion date of
December 1. The road will be fully closed to all traffic. This closure is for the purpose of the
rehabilitation of Bley Road Bridge over Eighteenmile Creek. A signed detour will be posted.

Brush Pick Up

Last Brush Pick-up for the Season

Have your branches at the side of the road by 7am on Monday, October 2nd.

Bonus Bulk Pick up

Town of Eden Bonus Bulk Garbage Pickup  

During the week of OCTOBER 2ND ONLY, you are allowed up to 10 items outside of your tote for bulk garbage pickup.   The first week of other months you are ONLY allowed 2 items outside of your tote.

The recycling and bulk pickup schedule is available at http://edenny.gov/garbage-management/.  Bulk is picked up on your garbage day and/or the day after. 

If your garbage or bulk is not collected, please call (716) 992-3408 Opt. 1

Week of Sept. 5th – Garbage update

Town of Eden Garbage: Week of September 5th is regular garbage, recycling and bulk pickup. You are allowed 2 items outside of your tote during bulk pickup only.

Last Summer Concert of the Season – Aug. 29th

Join us for the last summer concert of the season on August 29th from 6:30pm-8:00pm (the band will end early due to the earlier sunset). Creek Bend (bluegrass music) will be playing on the stage near the Red Barn on the Eden American Legion Post 880 grounds. Bring a lawn chair, your family and friends and enjoy the music.

Summer Concert night (Aug 22nd)

Bring your lawn chairs, family and friends to the concert tonight starting at 6:30pm. Enjoy the music of Willie May Blues Band with Evan Laedke! The concert is held on the Eden American Legion Post 880 grounds on the outdoor stage near the Red Barn.

Bulk Garbage Update

On Friday, the bulk garbage was not picked up on the west side of East Eden Road, Keller Road, Zenner Road, Mary Drive and part of Eckhardt Road due to mechanical failure of the bulk truck. These items will be picked up this week.

Garbage Update for week of August 7th

Town of Eden Garbage Pickup for the Week of August 7th:

Regular garbage, Bulk garbage (No more then 2 items outside of your tote) and Recycling will be picked up this week.

Eden Corn Festival Parade

Due to the Eden Corn Festival parade Rt. 62 from Jennings Rd. to Sandrock Rd will be closed today (Aug. 6th) from 11:30am to approximately 1:30pm. Residents can detour using either Paxon Rd. or Kulp Rd. to Jennings Rd.

Garbage Update – week of July 3rd

This week (week of July 3rd) your garbage pickup will be delayed one day due to the holiday. This is also bulk pickup week; you are allowed 2 items outside of your tote.

East Eden Road closure

Erie County will be closing a portion of East Eden Road between 8401 and 8368 (between Schintzius Rd. and Hardt Rd) to thru traffic for the replacement of a culvert pipe over a tributary to Eighteen Mile Creek. Only local traffic will be possible from either direction up to the location of the project. This closure will begin June 19th and has an anticipated completion date of July 28th. Detours will be posted. Please address any questions to Erie County Highway.

June 5th – Brush Pick-up

Brush Pick-Up June 5th; have your brush at the curb by 7am. This is the last brush pick-up until September. Brush can always be brought to the Highway department at any time.

Town of Eden Bonus Bulk Garbage Pickup

 

During the week of June 4th ONLY, you are allowed up to 10 items outside of your tote for bulk garbage pickup.   The first week of other months you are ONLY allowed 2 items outside of your tote.

The recycling and bulk pickup schedule is available at http://edenny.gov/garbage-management/.  Bulk is picked up on your garbage day and/or the day after. Any questions, please call 716-992-3408 opt. 1

Hiring Summer Grounds and Maintenance

The Town of Eden is hiring for Summer Grounds and Maintenance; applications can be found at www.edenny.gov/recreation.

Description of work:

7:30am-4pm, Monday – Friday, weekends as needed (Schedules Vary); Now through Mid-August with additional hours/ days possible.

Must be 18 years of age or older. Yard maintenance (weed whacking, mowing, clean up) athletic field maintenance (line, mow, set bases, field repair), flower maintenance (water, trim, hang/ take down flower pots) and other light maintenance (may need to lift up to 50 lbs). Weekly hours average between 30 and 40. One week of unpaid vacation with prior approval per person.

Message for May 19th

We wanted to inform the public that tomorrow, Friday, May 19th the Eden Police Department along with various emergency services and the Eden School District will be sponsoring a “Dangers of Drinking and Driving Awareness Program” at the Eden American Legion Post. On or around the grounds there will be simulated crashes and emergency responses. Residents should expect to hear sirens and the Mercy Flight helicopter any time between 9:00 and 11:00 am. We appreciate your understanding and support of this very important presentation for our young residents.

Agricultural District Review

Erie County Agricultural District Review

The eight-year review of Erie County Southwest Agricultural District #8 has commenced. The 30-day public comment period will be held June 1-30. 

Public Notice

Week of May 1st

This week is Bulk Garbage pick up and Recycling pick up. You are allowed 2 additional items outside of your tote.

Hiring: Police Clerk

Hiring: Part Time Police Clerk for the Eden Police Department

Hours: 12-19 hours per week, (Must be available 4pm-8pm some weekdays and 9am-3pm on Saturday)

Duties include:

  • Answering phones and relaying messages
  • Preparing and maintaining police files and paperwork
  • Filing required reports with State and Federal Authorities
  • Other clerical tasks as determined by the Chief of Police

Required Skills:

  • Detail oriented
  • Strong interpersonal communication skills
  • Good computer and typing skills

Candidates must be able to pass a criminal background check.  Please send your resume and letter of interest to Eden Police Department, 2795 East Church St., Eden, NY 14057, Attention: Chief Savage or email to gsavage@edenny.gov ASAP. 

Brush Pick up

First brush pick-up is scheduled for Monday, April 3rd. Have the the brush to the road by 7AM.

Town / County Taxes due March 15th

The last day to pay 2023 Town and County Taxes is Wednesday, March 15th.

Town Clerk’s Office Hours:
Friday 3/10 – 8am-4pm
Monday 3/13 – 8am-4pm
Tuesday 3/14 – 8am-4pm
Wednesday March 15 – 8am-6pm

Payments can also made in the drop box located at either entrance to Town Hall or on our website edenny.gov

2 Openings on Conservation Board

The Eden Conservation Advisory Board (CAB) is looking for 2 additional members.

This a volunteer group of nine (9) residents of the Town of Eden who have been appointed to 2-year terms by the Eden Town Board. The Conservation Advisory Board is structured in accordance with General Municipal Law Article 12-F, Section 239-x to advise the Town in the development, management and protection of its natural resources.

The board meets on the 4th Tuesday of the month except in July, August and December at 7:00 pm in the 2nd floor conference room of the Eden Town Hall. Stop by this Tuesday, Feb. 28th, and see if this board is for you.

Applications can be found at https://edenny.gov/new-member-application/

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Town Hall is closed on February 20, 2023

Due to President’s Day the Eden Town Hall will be closed on Monday, February 20th. Tax Payments can be placed in the Drop Boxes located next to the entrance doors.

Job Posting: Recreation Director

The Town of Eden is actively looking for a Director of Recreation.  This is a part-time position (19 hours per week).  The candidate will have good knowledge of recreation theory and practices; good knowledge of the organization and operation of recreation facilities and equipment; working knowledge of municipal administration; ability to promote, plan and organize municipal recreation activities; good communication skills, ability to plan and supervise the work of others; sound professional judgment; ability to work well with the public and with groups of all ages; resourceful; dependable; physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position. Minimum qualifications:

  • Graduation from a regionally accredited or N.Y. State registered four (4) year college or university with a Bachelor’s degree and one (1) year of experience in physical education or recreation field; OR
  • Graduation from a high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma and five (5) years of experience as indicated in (a); OR
  • An equivalent combination of training and experience as defined by the limits of (a) and (b) above.

Salary is commensurate with candidate’s experience.  All interested candidates should email or send a cover letter and resume along with three references to the address below.  Resumes are due Friday, February 17, 2023.  If you have any questions or would like additional information call 716-992-3408 opt. 1. 

Eden Town Supervisor
Attn: Marlene Grunder
marlene@edenny.gov

2795 E. Church Street
Eden, NY 14057

Notice of Public Hearing

Pursuant to Town Law, Zoning Local Law and Town Code Chapter 225 of the Town of Eden, notice is hereby given of a PUBLIC HEARING by the Planning Board of the Town of Eden, Erie County, New York to be held on Wednesday March 1st at 7:30 p.m. local time at the Eden Town Hall, 2795 East Church Street Eden, New York to consider the following:

Application of Tribal Flyers Frisbee Golf Course for site plan approval for course expansion located at 9198 Sauer Road, Town of Eden, State of New York. 

ALL INTERESTED PARTIES may attend and be heard.

Dated: February 3, 2023

                                                                                    Brian Reed, Chairman

                                                                                    Eden Planning Board

Town and County Taxes

Town and County Tax bills will be mailed next week and are due Wednesday,

March 15th.

Winterfest

Town of Eden Winterfest will be held February 3rd – 5th. Go to www.edenny.gov/recreation for the schedule of events and all the information. We have events for everyone!

ATTENTION EDEN RESIDENTS

If you are turning 65 in 2023, you may be eligible for the Enhanced STAR or the Senior Aged Exemption. Please call the Assessor’s office before March 1, 2023 for information on how to apply.

REMINDER:  All exemptions are due by March 1, 2023.

The office is open Monday – Friday 8:00-4:00.  Paperwork can also be mailed to the Town Hall or put it in the lockbox by the entrance door. If you have any questions, feel free to call the office at 992-3408 option#7.

Job Posting

Now Hiring: Administrative Assistant, Town of Eden

Part-time Administrative Assistant position available, 19 hours per week, $18 per hour. The position will work directly with the Town board, Town Clerk and the Town Supervisor’s Office. Duties include assisting with tax collection, dog licensing, hunting licensing, marriage & death certificates, answering phones, scheduling and handling correspondence. Candidate must be dependable and able to work flexible hours. The ideal candidate should be familiar with Microsoft Office and have great attention to detail. For more information, please call 716-992-3408 Option 4. To apply, send resume to emily@edenny.gov by January 20, 2023. 

Emily Hawkins, Town Clerk

National Grid Reimbursement

Customers who have experienced a National Grid US outage for 72 consecutive hours or more are eligible to request reimbursement for loss of food and/or prescription medication.

Requests must be filed within 14 days of the outage.

VISIT: https://loom.ly/ot9DdwI

News release

Regular Garbage Service this Week

Update: Today’s Recycling only (12-27) will NOT be picked up. It will be picked up next Tuesday.

This week, Waste Management is on schedule to pick up garbage and recycling on your regular pick up day. If your garbage was not picked up last Friday, you will be allowed a few extra bags outside your tote this week.

Storm update 12-26

Eden’s travel ban is lifted and moved to a travel advisory. Hamburg and Evans remain in travel bans and we ask that you do not travel there so their highway crews can continue clearing roads. The 219 and 90 remain close at this time.

Storm Update 12-25

Merry Christmas.

The storm has moved into our area as predicted. Due to the severity of the snow and damage to other areas of the county, the driving ban remains in effects. We are hoping to lift it later this evening or tomorrow morning.

Please stay home and enjoy your day.

Storm Update

Even though the weather seems calm now, we are still in a driving ban. Weather conditions are expected to change. Please stay home and off the roads. Thank you for your cooperation and helping to keep our emergency services and residents safe.

Driving Ban

We have had several calls for cars in ditches and accidents. Please stay off the roads. We are in a driving ban. No one should be on the roads except emergency personnel. Those not abiding by the ban are keeping our emergency services from getting to emergencies and putting them in danger. Again, please stay off the roads until further notice.