Corry City Council Approves Key Projects, Discusses Snow Removal Assistance

Corry City Council convened on Monday, January 19, 2026, to address a full agenda of resolutions, ordinances, capital projects, and public concerns.

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During the public hearing, resident Kathryn DiVittorio proposed a Community Snow Removal Assistance Fund to support residents facing physical, health, or financial challenges in clearing sidewalks after snowfalls. She noted that the city’s existing snow ordinance, which requires property owners to clear sidewalks within specified timeframes, can be difficult for seniors, individuals with disabilities, and single-parent households to meet. DiVittorio suggested a donation-based fund paired with a registry of local workers or volunteers providing snow removal at a flat rate. Public Works Director Charles “Chuck” Gray said DiVittorio would be invited to discuss the proposal further at an upcoming long-range transportation planning meeting.

Council unanimously approved all items on the voting agenda. Resolution 26-05 established formal guidelines for police officers making warrantless arrests, aligning city procedures with state law. Ordinance 1675 (Bill 25-14) was adopted on second reading, vacating a portion of Fourth Avenue as outlined in a survey prepared by Burgess & Niple. In new business, council authorized a $61,500 boiler replacement at the Community Center and approved moving forward with Environmental Planning & Design to complete the city’s comprehensive plan, including additional public meetings and a public hearing prior to adoption.

Several public works projects were also approved, including upgrades to the wastewater treatment plant co-generation generators at a cost not to exceed $55,500, and a replacement motor for the Avenue A booster station for up to $23,250, both funded through the sewer budget. Council additionally approved a funding goals document for major projects, allowing the city to pursue state and federal grants while the comprehensive plan is finalized.

Department heads provided updates to council and residents. Fire Chief Ryan Card highlighted a record 1,173 alarm responses in 2025 and thanked his team for their rapid response times and recent mutual aid efforts, including assistance at a large barn fire south of Union City. Public Works Director Chuck Gray updated council on ongoing infrastructure projects, temporary fence installation at the mural site, and encouraged residents to attend the upcoming long-range transportation planning meeting to share input for county funding priorities. City Controller Dave Mitchell congratulated council on a smooth fiscal transition, stressed the importance of completing the comprehensive plan to secure grants, and noted recent changes to local representation on the Erie County Land Bank Board.