City of Oneida Common Council Regular Special Meeting
The meeting addressed various municipal matters, including updates on an ethics investigation, grant funding for street demolitions, and public communications regarding a sewer system referendum. Key approvals included the rescheduling of a future meeting due to Election Day, reappointments to the Ethics Board, and budget transfers to cover salary and repair needs. Additionally, the Council authorized a performance payment for a fall festival, adopted a Master Fee Schedule, accepted traffic safety grants, initiated a local law moratorium on commercial solar and battery energy storage systems, and approved a vehicle lease for the Police Department.
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City of Oneida Common Council Regular Meeting Minutes
The meeting included a public hearing regarding a proposed local law to override the tax levy limit. The council addressed the approval of Warrant No. 15 for payment. Additionally, the council discussed designating themselves as due process hearing officers for water service termination, authorized an agreement for a School Resource Officer with Madison-Oneida BOCES, and approved budget transfers to allocate funds for fuel needs.
Jul 21, 2026·Board meeting
City of Oneida Common Council Regular Meeting Minutes
The Council discussed the Property Accountability and Occupancy Compliance Initiative, reviewing its proposed framework and potential impacts on housing and code enforcement. Clarification was provided regarding voter eligibility for a sewer project referendum. Updates were presented on regional economic development initiatives related to the Micron project and the City's budget and insurance renewal processes. The Council approved a payment warrant, including dam maintenance and insurance premiums, and authorized a consulting agreement for financial reporting services. Furthermore, the Council introduced a local law concerning the tax levy limit and scheduled a public hearing, approved a lease agreement for a replacement fire rescue truck, and authorized budget transfers for utility expenses and unemployment insurance obligations.
Jul 7, 2026·Board meeting
City Of Oneida Common Council Regular Meeting
The Council meeting involved a public hearing regarding zoning for wireless communication facilities and towers, followed by the adoption of local laws to amend the city code for such infrastructure. The Council established itself as the Lead Agency for the sewer collection system improvements project, authorized serial bonds subject to a mandatory referendum, and appointed the Director of Planning as Acting City Manager for an upcoming period. Additionally, the Council approved a bid for a boiler replacement at the Water Treatment Plant, authorized budget transfers, and held an extensive discussion on priorities for the 2027 budget, including revenue generation, economic development, neighborhood appearance, and capital improvements.
