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Ferguson Talks Audit Regrets Bird Firing

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Local government personnel and audit dispute in Fredonia, NY. No direct commercial mechanism; no company, commodity, or supply chain impact. Purely administrative/political news with no material sector effect.

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  • Fredonia Mayor Michael Ferguson defended against a critical state financial audit.
  • Village's financial reporting issues attributed to non-traditional fiscal year and lack of controls prior to his tenure.
  • Proposed tax increase reduced from 46% to 2% for 2025-26 fiscal year.
  • Department of Public Works Director David Bird was terminated by trustees; Mayor may propose reversal.
  • Trustees Ben Brauchler, Christine Cruz Keefe, and LeeAnn Lazarony voted for termination; Trustee Paul Wandel opposed.

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