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Councilmember· 2024-2027

John Cahill

Town of Webster

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Term ending Dec 31, 2027.

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Meetings spoken in
20
Total speaking time
1:35:25
Avg per meeting
4:46
Segments
1709

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Top issues during term (20)

critical→Mar 2026[48]

Verizon Cell Tower Construction on Wildflower Drive

Potential reduction in property values for surrounding homeowners.

critical→Jul 2026[23]

Town of Webster 2027 Final Budget

Impacts town-wide and part-town tax rates, capital reserves, and overall municipal spending for 2027.

high↑Feb 2026[21]

Sewer Code Amendments (Local Law No. 4)

Annual financing costs for homeowners are estimated around $1,600 over 30 years based on the lowest bid.

medium↑May 2026[20]

Backyard Chicken Coop Application at 440 Lake Road

Minimal administrative fees for permit renewals.

high↓May 2026[17]

Local Law No. 3 Traffic and Parking Regulations

Minimal administrative and advertising costs.

high↓Apr 2026[15]

Climate Action and Smart Growth Grant Applications

Participation is free and opens access to state grants ranging from $10,000 to $2 million.

medium↓Mar 2026[14]

economic development

This massive project pumps serious commercial growth into Webster, boosting our local economy and tax base.

high↓Apr 2026[13]

Waterview Apartments Phase 3 Expansion

Expands multi-family housing options and local rental stock.

high↑Jan 2026[13]

Vosburg Pump Station Bidding

Increases bonded debt by $650,000 to a total of $6,350,000.

medium↑Oct 2026[12]

Olive Garden Restaurant at Holt Road

critical↓Jun 2026[12]

Municipal Flag Policy and Community Inclusivity

None anticipated directly from policy discussions.

high↑Jan 2026[11]

2026 Town Organizational Structure and Appointments

Determines salaries, mileage reimbursement rates, and administrative expenses budgeted for 2026.

medium↓Mar 2026[11]

Bay-Ridge Residential Re-Subdivision

Costs for utility separation and septic system remediation fall to the property owner.

medium↑Oct 2026[10]

E-Bike Safety and Regulation

high↓Jun 2026[10]

Dinks & Links Recreation Facility Proposal

medium↑Nov 2026[10]

fairlife facility agreements and Certificate of Occupancy

The Campus Construction agreement would cost the Town up to $34,920.

low↑Nov 2026[10]

Van Alystyne Park Subdivision stormwater pond dedication

Accepting the dedication would put future maintenance of the stormwater pond on the Town.

high↓Feb 2026[9]

Electronic Voucher System Transition

Saves storage costs and staff time long-term, with short-term consulting or personnel expenses.

medium↓Jan 2026[8]

Setback Variances for New Residential Construction

Supports development value for new residential properties on County Line Road.

high↓Jun 2026[8]

Solar Energy Zoning Code Clarification

Clarifying the zoning code could reduce potential town expenditures on costly legal disputes.

Decisions during term (377)

Recorded while Cahill was in office — not necessarily decisions they moved, spoke to, or voted on.

Voting record (415)

401 yes14 no

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Voted yesOct 15, 2026

Approval of October 1, 2026 Meeting Minutes

Voted yesOct 15, 2026

Approval of Town Bills

Voted yesOct 15, 2026

Approval of Prepaid Warrant

Voted yesOct 15, 2026

Approval of Purchase Orders

Voted yesOct 15, 2026

Adoption of the Town of Webster's 2027 Final Budget

Voted yesOct 15, 2026

Adoption of the 2027 Fee Schedule and Park Rates

Voted yesOct 15, 2026

Approval of License Agreement at 950 Lothario Circle

Voted yesOct 15, 2026

Approval of Revised Fixed Asset Policy and Procedure Manual

Voted yesOct 15, 2026

Authorization to Advertise Bids for Vosburg Pump Station

Voted yesOct 15, 2026

Waive Liquor License Notification Period for Himalayan Kitchen

Voted yesOct 15, 2026

Add Temporary Part-Time Office Clerk to Highway Department

Voted yesOct 15, 2026

Change Order for Salt Barn / Truck Washout Capital Project

Voted yesOct 15, 2026

Set Public Hearing for Local Law No. 4 of 2026 (Sewer Code)

Voted yesOct 1, 2026

MOTION by Councilman Hunter, seconded by Councilman Wagner, to approve the following items for auction from the Police Department: • 2002 Doolittle Cargo Trailer Asset Tag #03564

Voted yesOct 1, 2026

MOTION by Supervisor Scialdone, seconded by Councilman Hunter, to approve the September 17, 2026 Town Board Workshop Meeting Minutes as submitted by the Town Clerk.

Voted yesOct 1, 2026

MOTION by Supervisor Scialdone, seconded by Councilman Hunter, to grant limited relief from an established stormwater drainage easement at 495 Dawn Circle.

Voted yesOct 1, 2026

MOTION by Supervisor Scialdone, seconded by Councilman Wagner, to approve the September 17, 2026 Town Board Meeting Minutes as submitted by the Town Clerk.

Voted yesOct 1, 2026

MOTION by Supervisor Scialdone, seconded by Councilman Hunter, to approve the prepaid vouchers included in Warrant #1026 by the Director of Finance in the amount of $1,269,995.98.

Voted yesOct 1, 2026

MOTION by Councilman Cahill, seconded by Councilman Wagner, to approve the bills as submitted in Warrant #1026 by the Director of Finance.

Voted yesOct 1, 2026

MOTION by Supervisor Scialdone, seconded by Councilman Cahill, to approve the amendment of the New York State Department of Transportation Municipal Snow and Ice Agreement No. D014752.

Voted yesOct 1, 2026

MOTION by Supervisor Scialdone, seconded by Councilman Wagner, to approve purchase orders as submitted by the Director of Finance.

Voted yesOct 1, 2026

MOTION by Supervisor Scialdone, seconded by Councilman Cahill, to approve the Amendment Number 4 of the New York State Department of Transportation Municipal Snow and Ice Agreement No. D014752.

Voted noSep 17, 2026

Renewal of Grant Consulting Contract with J. O’Connell & Associates

Believed professional service contracts should periodically undergo competitive bidding and review.

Voted noSep 8, 2026

Waterview Apartments Phase 3 Area Variances

Voted yesSep 8, 2026

Garage at 1725 State Road

Voted yesSep 8, 2026

Garage Addition at 539 Countryside Lane

Voted yesSep 8, 2026

Covered Porch at 522 Hackberry Way

Voted yesSep 8, 2026

Chickens at 1054 Klem Road

Voted yesSep 8, 2026

Home Addition at 400 Lake Road

Voted yesSep 3, 2026

to approve the August 20, 2026 Town Board Workshop Meeting Minutes as submitted by the Town Clerk.

Voted yesSep 3, 2026

to enter into Executive Session pursuant to New York State Public Officer’s Law §105(1)(f) to discuss matters regarding medical, financial, credit or employment history of a particular person or corpo

Voted yesSep 3, 2026

to approve purchase orders as submitted by the Director of Finance.

Voted yesSep 3, 2026

to approve the bills as submitted in Warrant #0926 by the Director of Finance.

Voted yesSep 3, 2026

to authorize the Supervisor to sign a Benefits Contract for Police Captain Mark Reed.

Voted yesSep 3, 2026

to issue a Determination of Significance pursuant to SEQR for the Town of Webster Transportation Infrastructure Project.

Voted yesSep 3, 2026

to approve the following items for recycling from the Assessment Department: • Dell Monitor Asset Tag #08071

Voted yesSep 3, 2026

to approve the prepaid vouchers included in Warrant #0926 by the Director of Finance in the amount of $367,370.62.

Voted yesSep 3, 2026

to return to regular session at 8:46 p.m.

Voted yesSep 3, 2026

to approve the 2026 Budget Expenditure Transfers as submitted by the Finance Director.

Voted yesSep 3, 2026

to approve the 2026 Budget amendments as presented by the Director of Finance.

Voted yesSep 3, 2026

Approval of August 20, 2026 Workshop Meeting Minutes

Voted yesSep 3, 2026

Approval of Bills (Warrant #0926)

Voted yesSep 3, 2026

Approval of Prepaid Warrant

Voted yesSep 3, 2026

Approval of Purchase Orders

Voted yesSep 3, 2026

Approval of 2026 Budget Expenditure Transfers

Voted yesSep 3, 2026

Approval of 2026 Budget Amendments

Voted yesSep 3, 2026

SEQR Negative Declaration for Webster Transportation Infrastructure Project

Voted yesSep 3, 2026

Authorization of Benefits Contract for Police Captain Mark Reed

Voted yesSep 3, 2026

Approval of Recycling Item from Assessment Department

Voted yesAug 20, 2026

to approve the July 30, 2026 Town Board Budget Workshop No. 1 Meeting Minutes as submitted by the Deputy Town Clerk.