Erie County Legislature

The Erie County Legislature is a legislative body based in Buffalo, New York. It is composed of eleven elected members, representing eleven equally-apportioned districts within Erie County. The Legislature serves as the governing and lawmaking authority for Erie County, operating under the guidelines set forth in New York State law and the Erie County Charter and Administrative Code. The Erie County Legislature's primary function is to create and enact laws, policies, and ordinances that govern the operations of Erie County government. The Legislature also oversees the county budget and approves expenditures. To facilitate its work, the Legislature is organized into eight standing committees that specialize in specific areas of county business. These committees examine proposed legislation and county matters in detail, providing recommendations to the full Legislature for final decision-making. Through this committee structure, the Legislature aims to ensure thorough consideration and informed policy development. For more information about the Erie County Legislature, visit their website at erie.gov/legislature.