HTN: Collins Vetoes County Planning Board

Erie County Executive Chris Collins has shot down a proposal to create a county Planning Board. Collins vetoed the measure Thursday, saying it creates an unnecessary layer of bureaucracy. He says a planning board would only obstruct development in the county. Last month the County Legislature approved the bill 9-to-6. Ten votes will be needed to override the veto. Supporters say the planning board would advise towns on development projects and help curb suburban sprawl.