Town Board Work Session
The board discussed the 2026 tentative budget, including explanations of increases and their impacts. They also addressed Resolution #32-2025, which sets the 2026 salary for the Town Assessor and the hourly compensation for the Confidential Secretary to the Supervisor. A proposed local law to override the tax levy limit for 2026 was presented, and a public hearing date was set to discuss this law and the 2026 budget. Additionally, the board discussed Resolution #33-2025, authorizing a grant application for New York State's NY Forward Program, and Resolution #34-2025, establishing a Climate Smart Communities Task Force Committee. They approved seasonal employees for Fisherman's Park, established fees for the park, authorized the signing of a contract with Relcom, set hours for trick-or-treating, and scheduled meeting dates for November and December. The board also received updates on the M&T T-Bill investment and Marina tally revenue, approved a stipend for the Town Clerk's work sessions, and approved rules for Harper's Dog Park. A comment period included discussion of the upcoming 250th Anniversary of the United States of America and fundraising for a fireworks display.