State of the Town and Villages draws wide turnout
The Lancaster Depew Elma Chamber hosted a ticketed State of the Town and Villages breakfast with Lancaster Mayor Lynne Ruda, praising 2023 achievements. She cited Cayuga Creek Park and Village Center Phase 1 completion, a revived West Main Street economy, Climate Smart certifications, and $4.5 million NY Forward funding as boosts to tourism and a business-friendly climate. Town Clerk Diane Terranova outlined changes after the election, a cooperative board approach, infrastructure plans, a yearlong residential moratorium, and efforts to revive Westwood Nature Trail and add walkable paths for youth.