Tara Bachner

The commission reviewed an application for the installation of heat pumps at 45 Reed Street, ultimately approving the project with conditions that lines for the General Store be run internally and that lines for the apartment be color-matched to the building exterior. Additionally, the commission approved a 30-day extension for a temporary sign at 3-7 Reed Street (former National Bank of Coxsackie). The commission also discussed upcoming training opportunities and noted that there were no updates regarding the Eagle Hotel project.

The board meeting centered on the review of a Special Use Permit application for 14 Lawrence Avenue, addressing concerns regarding off-street parking, site plan accuracy, driveway access agreements, and community impacts on traffic and safety. Additionally, the Board reviewed a Minor Subdivision application for 49-51 Mansion Street, requiring the applicant to submit a stamped survey before proceeding with a public hearing.

The board met with department heads to review capital requests for their respective department budget lines. Approval was granted for the Superintendent of Public Works to purchase specific maintenance equipment, including a John Deere diesel mower and other tools. Additionally, the board discussed and finalized adjustments to budget lines concerning sanitary sewer equipment and transportation and distribution equipment, specifically reducing expenditures due to the removal of vehicle purchases.

The board meeting addressed several key agenda items, including correspondence from the Office of Cannabis Management regarding a microbusiness facility, and multiple requests from residents for water and sewer balance adjustments or payment plans. The board moved to approve Local Law #2 of 2026 concerning utility-scale battery energy storage systems, authorized bidding for street paving projects, and addressed highway garage SEQR resolutions. Additionally, the board reviewed and approved monthly treasurer reports and departmental bills for various funds.

The council reviewed the treasurer's report and approved the purchase of a full-page advertisement in the convention book. Discussions included membership updates, specifically a resignation from Hose 3 and the acceptance of new applications for exterior and junior firefighter roles. Reports covered ongoing firefighter physicals, preparation for the upcoming annual meeting, and the development of NYS stipend paperwork. Additionally, the bylaws were confirmed as approved by the village and legal counsel, and the fire advisory board provided an update on upcoming community events.