Board meetings, strategic plans, and buyer signals from Robina Ward’s organization
Oct 14, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Town of Hillsdale Budget Workshop
The board discussed addressing budget shortfalls by implementing cuts across the highway department and general fund, including a decision to discontinue a specific contract. Key topics included raising youth program fees, establishing resolutions for park management revenue, and restructuring the town court. The meeting also addressed operational concerns such as record management and preservation, and strategies to manage building utility and maintenance costs for town facilities, including the sheriff's station.
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Town of Hillsdale Zoning Board of Appeals Board Meeting Minutes
The Board reviewed and approved two applications for Short Term Rental (STR) Special Permits for properties located on Route 23 and Stagecoach Road. Both applications were granted approval, subject to the requirement that the applicants coordinate a walk-through inspection with the Building and Zoning Enforcement Officer to complete the permitting process.
Oct 5, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Planning Board Planning Board Meeting
The Board conducted a site plan review for a proposal involving the construction of a new metalwork forge and clay arts building, as well as the conversion of an existing sports equipment shed into a bike and woodworking shop at the Hawthorne Valley campus. Key discussion points included potential stream pollution concerns, sanitation infrastructure requirements for the student body, and the potential necessity for an engineering survey. Additionally, the Board discussed a logging permit within the Ridge Line Overlay District, specifically addressing oversight of tree removal and the Board's jurisdictional role regarding potential future development in that area.
Sep 27, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Town of Hillsdale Budget Workshop
The town officials conducted a budget workshop to discuss the 2027 town budget, with a primary focus on the general fund and highway fund. Key discussions included the methodology for allocating insurance and retirement costs, the impact of changing statewide contribution rates, and the challenges of bridging budget gaps due to limited fund balances. The board also reviewed the strategy for shifting property tax levies between the general and highway funds and addressed concerns about potential tax increases, specifically how to communicate these changes effectively to residents regarding their town tax bills.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
