Tonawanda: A Walking Community

Front of the City Cemetery

Shaved sidewalks on a residential street.

Getting sidewalks fixed and making Tonawanda a safe place to walk was a priority for Chris. Residents will alert the City when a sidewalk in front of their home needs fixing, but what about area like in front of the cemetery? Second Ward Councilmember Chris Fisher ensured that this treacherous part of public sidewalk was fixed.

Saving money and fixing sidewalks was a tough feat, but Chris Fisher got it done! Working with the City Engineer to employ a new method of sidewalk shaving, residents get their sidewalks fixed and their is a cost savings. Now that is a win-win!

I DO NOT Support Overriding the Tax Cap!

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Councilmember Christopher Fisher City of Tonawanda 2nd Ward

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