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Kevin Hardwick
District 4

District Office:
Old Erie County Hall
92 Franklin Street
Fourth Floor
Buffalo, N.Y. 14202
Phone: 858-8672
Fax: 858-8818
Email: Kevin.Hardwick@erie.gov

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Legislator Hardwick presents a donation to the City
of Tonawanda Fire Police to be used to purchase
radios to be used during emergencies.

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Judge honored

City of Tonawanda Judge Joseph J. Cassata was
honored by Legislator Kevin Hardwick for opening
a Mental Health Court in the City of Tonawanda.
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Meals on Wheels

Legislator Hardwick donated $1,000 to support the
Kenmore-Tonawanda Meals on Wheels efforts.

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Grand Island Senior Center

Legislator Hardwick presents a donation to representatives
from the Grand Island Senior Center, who used the
funds to purchase a new entrance sign.

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Spaulding Fibre

Legislator Hardwick joins officials to announce that
clean up at the former Spaulding Fibre site as been
completed and the land is ready for development.

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Library

Legislator Hardwick presents a proclamation to the
City of Tonawanda Library, honoring the youth
who won the Battle of the Books for the third
consecutive year.

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Soccer donation

Legislator Kevin Hardwick donated $500 to Grand Island
Soccer Club’s U6 Instructional Program. The funds will
be used to purchase new equipment.

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Legislator Kevin Hardwick presented proclamations to
M. Scott Stallard and Susan Head, the 2009-10
Youth Ambassador Scholarship Winners of Grand Island
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Police

Legislator Hardwick speaks with City of Tonawanda
Police Chief John Ivancic, and Lt. Fred Foels
during the department's meet and greet.
(Photo courtesy of the Tonawanda News)
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Eagle Scout - Grenda

Legislator Hardwick presents a proclamation to
Jonathan Grenda of Troop 510 on Grand Island who
achieved the rank of Eagle Scout.

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Mayors for Meals
Erie County Legislator Kevin Hardwick participated in
the Ken-Ton Meals on Wheels' Mayor for Meals event
on March 23, 2011. He joined long-time volunteer
Dale on his weekly route delivering to homebound
residents.

 

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Town Hall Meeting - April 7, 2011

Legislator Hardwick addresses residents at the City
of Tonawanda Town Hall Meeting held April 7, 2011.

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Police proc

A proclamation marking National Police Week was
read during the City of Tonawanda Common Council
Meeting held May 17, 2011 and presented to City of
Tonawanda Police Chief John F. Ivancic. Also recognized
were the Village of Kenmore Police Department, Town of
Tonawanda Police Department, Erie County Sheriff's Office,
Grand Island Police Department and New York State Police
for their dedication.

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River Road Fire Company

Legislator Hardwick spoke during the River Road Fire
Company Groundbreaking Ceremony held June 14, 2011
at the site of the new fire hall. The current fire hall was
built in 1929 when the company was founded.

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American Legion Band

Legislator Hardwick recognized the American Legion
Band of the Tonawandas for winning its 18th National
Championship by presenting a proclamation to
David Abrahamian, president, during the Oct. 20, 2011
session. Also recognized were Michael Shaw, Music Director,
and Peter Fogle, Board Chairman.

 

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At the Baptist School in Tonawanda, students made
Valentines for Veterans and were especially close to
the cause. High school science teacher, Vince Waltz, center,
a member of the Marine Corps, recently served overseas
in Afghanistan. His wife Sarah Waltz is the kindergarten
teacher.

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Peter Fogle, David Abrahamian and Michael Shaw of the
American Legion Band of the Tonawandas accept a
proclamation from Legislator Hardwick at the Oct. 27, 2011
session. They were recognized for winning its 18th National
Championship.

 

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Students at the New Life School in Tonawanda made
hundreds of cards for the 2012 Valentines for Veterans
program.

 

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Creating cards for veterans and active servicemen and
women for Valentine's Day 2012.

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Matthew Mondoux for his commitment and devotion to
raising awareness and funds to Fight Lou Gehrig's Disease.
Mondoux walked 350 miles from Grand Island Veterans
Park to Yankees Stadium to raise funds.

 

 

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The new 11-member Legislature took its oath of office
on Jan. 5, 2012 in the Legislature Chambers in Old
County Hall.

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Participating in PARP - Parents as Reading Partners at
Kaegebein Elementary School on Grand Island.

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Brad Bender, a resident of the City of Tonawanda and
member of Boy Scout Troop 600, was honored for
achieving the rank of Eagle Scout. Among his many
accomplishments was designing and completing a
control desk for the Boys and Girls Club of the Northtowns.
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Erie County Legislator Kevin Hardwick recognized the
hard work and dedication of Donald and Nancy Holler
for their role in creating a skate park in the City of
Tonawanda. Their giving spirit and commitment to their
community were recognized during the Citizen of the Month
presentation held Thursday, May 24, 2012 in Legislature Chambers.

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Legislator Kevin Hardwick presented a proclamation to
Lawrence Titzler at the Sept. 27, 2012 session in
recognition of his dedicated to the United States through
his military service, as well as his commitment to the
community as an educator. They are joined by Mr. Titzler's
wife Irene. To read the proclamation, click here.

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Legislator Hardwick presented a proclamation to
Buffalo ComedySportz in recognition of its 20th
anniversary during the July 11, 2013 session. 

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OFFICE HIGHLIGHTS

HEAP Outreach will be held Dec. 4 at United Way of the Tonawandas

Erie County Legislator Kevin R. Hardwick announces that a Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP) Outreach will be held on Wednesday, Dec. 4 at United Way of the Tonawandas, 34 Seymour St., Tonawanda. Interviews will begin at 9 a.m. and continue until 4 p.m. Doors open at 8:30am.  All applicants will be interviewed.

November 2013 Column - Post-Election Reflections

Now that it is safe to answer the phone again without fear of being subjected to another annoying political robocall, it also is a good time to pause and reflect on this year’s elections.

Legislator Hardwick calls for STAR task force to assist county residents

Erie County Legislator Kevin Hardwick has requested that Erie County create a task force assigned to research and promote the New York State STAR program to ensure that eligible taxpayers receive the benefits due to them. In part, the task force would identify eligible residents who are currently not receiving STAR and help them enroll in the program.

October 2013 Column - Residents missing out on STAR

Last month my column dealt with the state’s School Tax Relief (STAR) program and the need for everyone with Basic STAR to re-register with the state to continue receiving this substantial tax exemption.  I have spent several weeks knocking on doors reminding people to do so.  

Legislator Hardwick announces system upgrade for Grand Island 911 dispatch center

Erie County Legislator Kevin Hardwick announces the Legislature approved a resolution to accept a New York State grant to complete upgrades to the county’s 911 system, including Grand Island’s dispatch center.