City of Glens Falls Common Council Regular Session
The Council meeting included multiple public hearings regarding proposed amendments to the city code related to farm stands in zoning districts, the addition of chapter 20 concerning videoconferencing for public bodies, and amendments to signs and encroachments codes. Key agenda items included the acceptance of grants for community reforestation and STOP DWI programs, budget transfers for sanitary sewer and solar project expenses, the approval of a contract for biosolids transport and disposal, and the authorization of a license agreement for a YMCA parking lot. Furthermore, the council discussed professional engineering services for a regional inflow and infiltration study and set public hearings for the 2027 budgets for the General Fund, Water and Sewer Funds, and the Civic Center.
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The meeting included three public hearings regarding proposed local law amendments: allowing farm stands in specific zoning districts, establishing a procedure for emergency video conferencing for public bodies, and revising codes related to signs and encroachments. The council session also addressed public comments concerning the fiscal status of municipal parking lots and challenges with winter street clearing. Committee reports provided updates on firefighter labor negotiations, the development of new parking permit fee structures, and ongoing policy reviews involving tree commission duties and AC transfers.
Aug 11, 2026·Board meeting
Common Council Regular Meeting
The meeting featured a public hearing regarding a proposed local law to amend the city code to permit farm stands in residential zoning districts. Additionally, the Sheriff addressed the council to discuss issues surrounding police officer recruitment, the reimbursement of training costs, and the ongoing collaboration between the Sheriff's Office and the City Police Department. The council also engaged in a discussion concerning the financial challenges of sustaining the city's independent police department and the need for future dialogue regarding service delivery and cost management.
Jun 23, 2026·Board meeting
City of Glens Falls Common Council Regular Meeting
The meeting included a public hearing regarding a proposed amendment to the city code concerning vehicles and traffic, specifically time limit parking adjustments on Bridge Street. Public comment was held with business owners expressing concerns about parking enforcement practices downtown. Committee reports were provided covering audit and finance, personnel, and planning and development. Discussions included the preparation for upcoming labor negotiations with the firefighters union, the policy framework for road closures and encroachments, and initiatives for zoning updates, economic development, and grant applications. The council reviewed the financial risk associated with several pending projects, including broadband and infrastructure initiatives.
