Nestled in the scenic foothills of the Allegheny River lies the City of Salamanca, New York. Historically this territory was that of the Native American Wenrohronon but in the Beaver Wars of the 1650s the Seneca Nation took over.
Located on a reservation of the Seneca Nation of Indians (one of the six tribes of the Iroquois Confederacy), the population of about 6,000 is about 35% Native American. Our City is in a busy section of the Southern Tier being just 60 miles South of Buffalo, 35 miles East of Jamestown, 22 miles West of Olean, and 20 miles North of Bradford, PA. Allegany State Park, the largest State Park in New York State, lies immediately to the South, right in Salamanca's back yard. This year-round active park can be reached via Parkway Drive located in the City.
Located on a reservation of the Seneca Nation of Indians (one of the six tribes of the Iroquois Confederacy), the population of about 6,000 is about 35% Native American. Our City is in a busy section of the Southern Tier being just 60 miles South of Buffalo, 35 miles East of Jamestown, 22 miles West of Olean, and 20 miles North of Bradford, PA. Allegany State Park, the largest State Park in New York State, lies immediately to the South, right in Salamanca's back yard. This year-round active park can be reached via Parkway Drive located in the City.
News & Announcements
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CITY OF SALAMANCA NOTICE OF A PUBLIC HEARING
PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that there has been presented to and adopted by the Common Council of the City of Salamanca
on November 13, 2024, a Local Law which will amend the City Charter with regard to increasing salaries of city elected officials.
THEREFORE, pursuant to statute, I, Sandra Magiera, Mayor of the City of Salamanca, New York, will hold a public hearing on the proposed Local Law in the courtroom of the City Municipal Building, 225 Wildwood Avenue, Salamanca, NY,
at approximately 7:00 PM on December 11, 2024.
Please click the link below
or scan the QR Code to go
to the webpage to sign.
www.change.org Petition
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Petition to Revise New York State Bail Reform Laws
We, the undersigned residents of the City of Salamanca and surrounding communities, are deeply concerned about the negative impact that New York State’s bail reform laws have had on our community. While we acknowledge that the intent of these reforms was to ensure fairness in the criminal justice system, they have unintentionally contributed to a rise in crime and disorder in small communities like ours.
Salamanca has seen an increase in criminal activity, particularly among repeat offenders who are released under the current bail laws and return to the streets without adequate accountability. Our community is facing:
We, the undersigned residents of the City of Salamanca and surrounding communities, are deeply concerned about the negative impact that New York State’s bail reform laws have had on our community. While we acknowledge that the intent of these reforms was to ensure fairness in the criminal justice system, they have unintentionally contributed to a rise in crime and disorder in small communities like ours.
Salamanca has seen an increase in criminal activity, particularly among repeat offenders who are released under the current bail laws and return to the streets without adequate accountability. Our community is facing:
- An increase in drug-related crimes, including trafficking and public drug use.
- Repeated property theft, vandalism, and break-ins by individuals who are released without bail.
- A growing sense of fear and insecurity among long-time residents, especially our elderly population, who feel vulnerable to the escalating criminal activity.
- Overburdened police and emergency services, who face the challenge of repeatedly arresting the same offenders without the ability to keep them off the streets.
- Allow judges more discretion to impose bail on repeat offenders who pose a clear risk to public safety.
- Expand the list of offenses eligible for bail, particularly those involving drug trafficking, violent behavior, and property crimes.
- Ensure that those released under the current bail laws are provided with the necessary rehabilitation and supervision services to prevent repeat offenses.
Help Wanted
Part-time Dog Caretaker
To assist the City Dog Control Officer, as needed, in care of seized dogs for holding.
At current minimum wage, not to exceed 20 hours per week.
The individual is required to receive the rabies vaccination.
Apply to the City of Salamanca, 225 Wildwood Avenue, Salamanca, NY 14779
or [email protected]
To assist the City Dog Control Officer, as needed, in care of seized dogs for holding.
At current minimum wage, not to exceed 20 hours per week.
The individual is required to receive the rabies vaccination.
Apply to the City of Salamanca, 225 Wildwood Avenue, Salamanca, NY 14779
or [email protected]
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Wednesday, December 24-Christmas Eve close at 1 PM
Thursday, December 25-Christmas Day
Wednesday, December 31-New Year’s Eve close at 1 PM
Thursday, January 1st-New Year’s Day
Wednesday, December 24-Christmas Eve close at 1 PM
Thursday, December 25-Christmas Day
Wednesday, December 31-New Year’s Eve close at 1 PM
Thursday, January 1st-New Year’s Day
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