The City of Auburn is warning residents and local businesses about a scam targeting applicants to the city’s Planning Board and Zoning Board of Appeals.
According to the Auburn Police Department, scammers have been sending fraudulent invoices asking for payments via wire transfer. The city says it does not require any payments to be made by wire transfer for review of applications.
City officials advise anyone with questions about an invoice’s legitimacy to call the Office of Planning at 315-255-4118, the Office of Code Enforcement at 315-255-4111, or visit Memorial City Hall in person to verify.
For more information about applying to the Planning Board or Zoning Board of Appeals, visit:
Officials urge residents to remain cautious and thank the public for their cooperation.
