Steven Duryea

The council conducted a public hearing regarding a proposed hotel room occupancy tax and held an executive session to discuss various property acquisitions, personnel matters, and collective negotiations. The council authorized the purchase of 1 Barclay Street and approved the sale of multiple city-owned parcels. Financial decisions included the approval of accounts payable, the issuance of serial bonds, and a budget amendment for the Neversink Bridge area improvement project. Additionally, the council passed a resolution for Climate Smart Communities, approved a service contract with Siemens, and authorized an application for a local dog sled race event. Updates were also provided regarding the Pike Street ADA sidewalk improvement project and various department activities.

The Common Council held a regular meeting covering a wide range of municipal topics. Presentations were made regarding an Urban Forestry Grant and various community initiatives, including youth summer programs and local events. The council addressed personnel matters during an executive session and approved contracts, including the delegation of authority for police department staffing and permanent rank appointments. Financial actions included the payment of outstanding bills, approval of Paid Military FMLA leave, the extension of Orange County Sales Tax agreements, and the provision of financial support for the Industrial Development Agency. Operations updates were provided for the Department of Public Works regarding garbage scheduling and sewer relining, as well as the Recreation department summer scheduling for fireworks and beach activities. Additionally, the council reviewed development projects, approved the administrative plan and engineering services for the CDBG Wastewater Rehabilitation Project, and set a public hearing for tax lien sales.

The council meeting addressed various municipal operations, including a public hearing regarding sidewalk usage policies and a discussion on potential amendments to local laws. Key police department actions included new personnel appointments, approval of monthly reports, and consideration of traffic safety and body camera grant initiatives. The council reviewed legislation regarding a hotel room occupancy tax and on-site cannabis consumption regulations. Planning and tourism updates featured upcoming community festivals and parades. Financial and infrastructure items included the approval of outstanding bills, the designation of a project officer for wastewater rehabilitation, and updates on public works paving and utility projects. Additionally, the council approved fire department event requests and acknowledged community tributes.

The council discussed and approved several items, including a billing change for a residential property, the promotion of a police officer, and authorizations for various grant applications such as the Wastewater Improvement Project, water meter replacement, and a waterfront revitalization program. The council also addressed municipal maintenance issues, including the disposal of mulch piles and repairs to a spillway and various trees. Additionally, the council voted to amend the fee schedule for notary services to charge two dollars per signature and discussed a potential contract with Siemens.

The commission reviewed the status of the NY Bricks Grant and the preliminary budget for a proposed new center, along with updates regarding the DRI contract. The schedule for the Youth Center, including transition plans for fall operations, was discussed. Planning for various community events was addressed, including the Big Orange Ten run, the Halloween Parade, and the annual Easter Candy Dash. Additionally, the commission appointed new youth members and reviewed performance recaps for summer programs, the splash pad operations, and overall attendance statistics as detailed in the Director of Recreation report.