Business View Civil and Municipal | Volume 2, Issue 7

45 CIVIL AND MUNICIPAL VOLUME 2, ISSUE 7 the town more power, as well as benefits to the residents who own historic properties. It’s especially important since West Seneca has such a rich history – also celebrated within the town’s two impressive museums. The West Seneca Historical Society Museum is housed in the historic Lower Ebenezer Society House. Its three floors are packed with the history of the area, including a 1950s era Harley-Davidson motorcycle originally used by the West Seneca Police Department. The Firemen’s Memorial Exhibit Center is a tribute to all the firefighters and emergency personnel who have served in West Seneca and Western New York. “Their memorabilia collection is absolutely incredible,” says Kirchmyer. “There are two full scale vintage fire trucks on display. It’s definitely a hidden gem.” On the ‘green’ front, new electrical vehicle (EV) chargers are being installed in the Town Hall complex. The four, level 2 charging stations will be located in the parking lot of the Community Center and Library. Travelers will see the station via an app and can charge up while enjoying a SPoT Coffee beverage or library book. Some of the West Seneca building roofs even have solar panels. Dickson points out, “We also have an Environmental Commission that is preserving some of the community’s natural areas. We have about three creeks through town that volunteers regularly help clean.” Those creeks are also available for recreation, along with the West Seneca Soccer Complex, which in the past has hosted the Gaelic Games. The community also has “very robust softball and baseball programs for children,” as well as many soccer clubs and even Little Loop Football. This summer a new multi-game court is being installed and even a bike track. Kirchmyer emphasizes, “There’s all kinds of programs here; all the ones I grew up playing and still enjoy today.” Looking to the future, Kirchmyer, Dickson, and TOWN OF WEST SENECA , NEW YORK West Seneca Supervisor Gary Dickson, left, and West Seneca Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Joe Kirchmyer at the Chamber’s annual Community Awards Dinner. The event will celebrate its 75th anniversary in 2022. Opened three years ago, the West Seneca Community Center & Library, on the Town Hall campus, is a popular destination. Don’t let its appearance fool you! This museum is larger than it looks and is packed with three floors of local history. It’s a must see.