Tod Ward

The meeting involved the consideration of several key items, including the approval of claims for the month, acceptance of monthly reports by the Treasurer/Chief Financial Officer, and adjustments to the monthly billing.

The meeting included the approval of minutes from the September 15th, 2025 meeting, the approval of claims, the submittal of the monthly report by the CFO, consideration of adjustments to the monthly billing, and discussion of other business. The next meeting is scheduled for Monday, November 17th at 6 PM.

The meeting included public hearings for local laws, one to add a stop sign at Hudson Avenue and Clinton Street to address traffic concerns, and another to prohibit parking at all times near the intersection of George Street and Market Street due to its use as a school bus stop. The council also discussed and approved a police officer's resignation, police and fire department activity reports, and financial matters including claims, treasurer's report, and parking violations. They considered and adopted local laws regarding the stop sign and parking restrictions, authorized the mayor to sign Medicare Advantage renewals and BST/DTS arrangement letters, and declared a Cub Cadet as surplus for sale. The board also mentioned the upcoming Halloween parade and a seminar on tobacco and vaping prevention.

The meeting involved consideration of monthly reports by the Treasurer/Chief Financial Officer, adjustments to the monthly billing, and awarding the bid for the 2025 Pole Replacement Project to DLC Electric, LLC. The board also discussed declaring the 2011 Freightliner Bucket Truck as surplus and accepted the monthly GIPA/DPW recap.

The meeting included discussions and motions related to several financial matters, including the consideration of monthly financial reports, an audit of claims, and the adoption of the 2025-2026 salary schedule. There was also a discussion regarding the ratification of easements for gas and electric services on Canon Street with an explanation provided for the need of the easements. The proposed IDA budget for 2026 was reviewed and accepted, followed by authorization for the chief financial officer to submit the budget to the budget office.