Kerry G. Collins

The agenda items for the workshop include the review of minutes from the previous meeting, abstracts, and discussions concerning the Fire Department Tax Exemption. Key resolutions and proposals involve Resolution #5-2026 regarding Additional State Funding, D&B Propel, D&B Well #4, and Federal Funding Opportunities. Further topics include a proposal from The Landtek Group for synthetic turf repairs at Kelleher and a Generator Grant from Nassau County. Other agenda items involve an update on the Water Tank Maintenance Contract, a Corrpro Service Agreement, Budget Adjustments, a D&B Proposal for Engineering Services related to groundwater reports, and Resolution No. 4-2026 concerning 5/31/25 Financial Statements. The session also scheduled hearings for March 16th related to Nassau County Community Development, Local Law #1-2026 Override Tax Levy Limit, and 700 Willis Avenue. An Executive Session is also scheduled.

The meeting included a workshop session and a subsequent public meeting, both occurring on the same day. Key actions included the approval of abstracts and budget adjustments. The Board accepted a Stipulation of Agreement for the Water Service Trainee position and approved a statement of work for Civic Plus. A Special Exception hearing was held regarding Local Law #11 of 2025 to Amend Chapter 201 of the Municipal Code Entitled "Taxation"; the law was declared a Type II action with negative declaration under SEQRA and subsequently approved. Another Special Exception hearing for Arlie Group LLC dba Social Play Haus was continued until January 5, 2026. Department reports were presented, with acknowledgments made for efforts during a recent snow emergency and for holiday decorations in the Village. Updates were provided on website changes (.gov transition) and ongoing construction at 173 Hillside Avenue and La Parma. Residents were reminded that Property Tax Exemption applications are due by December 31, 2025, and an upcoming 100th Anniversary Ecumenical Ceremony was announced.