West Seneca is calling a halt to spending on its $14.93 million library and community center project – nine weeks before it was to open.
The move by the Town Board Monday night is in response to a petition filed Feb. 16, requesting a public referendum on the town's plan to issue an additional $5.1 million bonds for the project.
During the pause in spending, the board ordered a financial review of the project.
"This comprehensive review will look at very specific directives related to the project and result in a detailed report outlining a responsible path forward to successfully complete the project and limit the exposure of the town and taxpayers," Town Supervisor Sheila M. Meegan said, in a news release on Monday.
The review will outline the status of construction, project costs to date, costs necessary to complete the building, legal obligations under existing contracts, and ability to complete portions of the work to save money.