Village of Akron Archives

Village of Akron continues addressing discoloration of water

May 21, 2026May 21, 2026 0 min read

The Village of Akron announced yesterday that in the last few days, the Village water system needed to adjust flows outside of a normal range which stirred up water in the transmission main between Akron’s water treatment plant and distribution system in the village. DPW staff flushed hydrants throughout the day, and Erie County Health Department was briefed on the situation. Surveillance samples were taken to the public health lab on May 20. No pressure or chlorine disruptions have occurred. Thursday morning an update from the Village stated that water staff are continuing to flush hydrants and conditions are slowly

Residents raise concerns during public hearing on tax cap override

April 16, 2026April 25, 2026 3 min read

Some Village of Akron residents appeared before the Village Board at their April 6 meeting with concerns over rising assessments, increased taxes, and their proposal to pass a local law allowing the tax levy relating to the 2026-2027 Village Budget to exceed the state tax levy cap.

Town and Village Boards voice support for ‘Read to Lead Program’

April 16, 2026April 25, 2026 1 min read

The Newstead Town Board and Akron Village Boards have adopted resolutions in support of the “Read to Lead” initiative developed by Akron Central School student Audrey Garverick and supported by the Akron Central School Board of Education.

Village of Akron organizes for ’26-27, appointments and committees set

April 9, 2026April 25, 2026 6 min read

Akron Village Board members held their organizational meeting for 2026-2027 on April 6.

Rebuild of Russell Park refreshment stand underway

March 18, 2026April 29, 2026 0 min read

Village of Akron DPW crews are currently (3/18/26) taking down the Russell Park refreshment stand in preparation for a new structure. All work is expected to be completed before the facility is needed for the events held each spring.

Village Electric rates reflect extended deep freeze

February 5, 2026February 26, 2026 3 min read

The recent extended near zero temperatures are showing up in increased costs of obtaining electric power for Village of Akron Electric customers. Akron Village Board members discussed a memorandum from the New York Municipal Power Agency (MEUA), of which Akron is a member system, outlining the impact.

Extreme Cold warning issued

February 5, 2026February 26, 2026 3 min read

Dan Kowalik, Emergency Manager, Town of Newstead/Village of Akron, has asked that the following Advisories be shared with local residents. Light to moderate snow will overspread the region today, February 6. having the potential for snow squalls tonight. Lake effect snow will develop Saturday south of Lake Ontario and linger into Sunday. Additionally, frigid air and gusty winds will arrive tonight and last into Saturday, with the cold air to linger throughout the weekend. Hazards in Effect: · Extreme Cold Warning in effect for Chautauqua, Cattaraugus, Allegany, southern Erie, Wyoming, Livingston, Ontario from 1AM Saturday through 10AM Sunday · Cold Weather Advisory in effect

Discoloration of Village of Akron water possible

January 30, 2026February 6, 2026 0 min read

Due to the ongoing severe cold temperatures, there has been a water main break within the Village of Akron water system. The Village Public Works Department has located the break and are working towards a solution. The break has created turbulence in the lines causing the occurrence of temporarily discolored water due to sediment in the pipes. There is not a boil notice in place at this time. The Village thanks residents for their patience.

Village reminds residents to clear sidewalks of snow

January 23, 2026March 3, 2026 0 min read

The Village of Akron has issued reminders to Village of Akron residents that the Village Code requires the removal of snow and ice from sidewalks.

New Flagpole

December 17, 2025January 23, 2026 0 min read

Village of Akron personnel took advantage of the break in weather on Wednesday to begin installing a new flagpole in Russell Park. The new pole will fly an American Flag most of the year and will be used for the annual New Year’s Eve ball drop, replacing the crane currently used. A new ball is being fabricated which will be lighter and easier to use than the wrecking ball which has dropped to welcome in the new year for many years.

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