2026 Cap Project - Community Forum 03/16

The West Genesee Central School District held a community forum on March 16, 2026, to discuss a capital improvement project scheduled for a vote on March 24. The meeting focused extensively on proposed facility upgrades, including a new transportation center, parking expansions, traffic flow improvements, and infrastructure modernization to support future needs such as electric bus electrification. Presenters detailed the current challenges with aging infrastructure, traffic congestion, and safety concerns, and outlined the phased project plan, estimated costs, and state aid considerations. Community members raised questions about tax impacts, project phasing, environmental concerns, and the financial burden on residents, especially seniors. District officials explained the bidding process, cost escalation contingencies, and long-term planning efforts. No contracts have been awarded yet, and the project will require multiple public bids. The forum concluded with a reminder to vote on the referendum and an emphasis on the importance of community engagement in the decision-making process.