The Buffalo City Legislation Committee convened on July 29, 2025, to discuss a zoning map amendment for a property located in the Fillmore District. The meeting began with Council Member Nowakowski inviting representatives from the Buffalo Police Department, including Senior Architect Shantina Moore and Project Manager Bruce Przyzlick, to present their proposal.

The focus of the discussion was on a 1.2-acre parcel at 379 Padaruski Drive, currently home to a former American Legion post. The existing structure includes various facilities such as a kitchen, gymnasium, and offices. The property is presently zoned as N3R, which designates it for urban neighborhood residential use. The proposal seeks to change the zoning to N3E, which is intended for transitional areas in urban neighborhoods, allowing for better integration with the adjacent N1S zoning that supports the central terminal's employment center.

Moore explained that the proposed zoning change would facilitate further development of the site and provide a more suitable transition to the surrounding areas. Following the presentation, the floor was opened for public comments. Chris Harley, representing the Central Terminal Neighborhood Association, expressed support for the zoning amendment, emphasizing its importance for the proposed police training facility at the site.

The meeting highlighted the collaborative efforts between city officials and community representatives to enhance local infrastructure and support public safety initiatives. Further discussions and public input are expected as the committee moves forward with the proposal.