Anthony McManaman

The meeting focused on the 2020 budget, which included an unexpended balance, funds from 2019, and high flow money. Discussion centered on using high flow monies as a revenue source, the budget's reliance on unexpended balances, and the potential need for tax increases. Proposals to increase taxes by 10% and to use savings to balance the budget were debated but failed to pass. The meeting was adjourned to reconvene on Wednesday. The Wednesday meeting included a correction to the budget, further discussion of finances, and the creation of a 5-10 year plan for projects. A resolution was passed to approve the preliminary budget with a 2% tax cap, balancing the budget using funds from the Upstate MM savings account.

The meeting addressed several key issues, including a proposal to relocate the Chamber of Commerce welcoming center to the Clarke House, a discussion of using Innovative Solution Materials for snow and ice control, and necessary repairs to the library boiler. The board also approved bids for sidewalk replacement and stair refinishing at the old town hall, and authorized internet service installation there. A hold harmless agreement with St. Lawrence County Department of Highways was approved, along with an audit of the Town Court books and the Town Clerk and Code Enforcement Annual Report. The meeting also included discussion of building permits issued in 2018, and the need for a new snowplow, with consideration given to a lease option. Finally, updates were provided on the Local Government Task Force and the Town's previous bookkeeper offered assistance.

The board meeting covered various topics, including an updated Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for the East Coast Water cross event, contingent upon finalizing details. Discussions included responsibilities for permitting, cleanup, portable toilets, ambulance services, trash receptacles, advertising, and a survey for economic impact. Committee reports covered recreation/tourism, the rescue squad (including training, vehicle replacement, and new state mandates), the library (including a thank you to a departing board member), the campground committee (considering cabin options), cemeteries, highways (including addressing concerns raised in an unsigned letter), and the local government task force. The board also approved budget adjustments, electrical quotes for the rescue squad and clerk's office, and supported the Village as the lead agency for the joint museum board. A resolution was passed opposing changes to the current sales tax formula.

The board meeting involved discussions on a local law to exceed the 2% tax cap, a proposal for the East Coast Watercross Competition, and the Great Lighted Pumpkin Contest. Reports were given on the Rescue Squad, campground committee, highway department, and other town committees. The board also addressed the 2020 budget, a USDA grant for a new plow truck, a citizen/taxpayer survey, a car charging station, and a proposed county tower. Actions taken included approving the local law, allocating funds for the pumpkin contest, authorizing the grant application, approving the tentative budget, and authorizing the hiring of a highway employee.

The Waddington Town Board held a regular meeting to discuss and approve Local Law #3 of 2019, creating a Development Code for the town. A public hearing was held, addressing questions and concerns regarding the code's provisions, including those related to solar energy and future updates. The board also reviewed and approved the 2020 budget, which included adjustments to allocate funds for road repairs and a new highway department hire. Other topics included updates on various town projects and committees, such as the recreation department, rescue squad, library, campground, cemeteries, highway department, gallery/Clark House, museum, golf course, and the local government task force. Discussions also covered repairs to the old town hall, a jet ski competition proposal, and a sidewalk project change order. Finally, a new member was appointed to the Museum Board, and budget adjustments were approved.