Town of Bergen

The Bergen Town Board held a regular meeting where they discussed various topics including the Bergen Fire Department budget, potential construction of an inclusive playground and splash pad at Robins Brook Park, county-wide emergency and fire responses, and the town's email transition to townofbergen.gov. They also discussed additional employee benefits, Thompson Builds' work on the foundation for the park bathroom, and traffic concerns at Route 19 and 33. The board approved the tentative budget, the issuance of Junk Yard Permits, setting a town board meeting and public hearing for November 4, 2025, and filing the Town Clerk's and Supervisor's reports for August 2025. Additionally, they approved paying the bills.

The Bergen Town Board convened to discuss several key items. Discussions included the potential construction of an inclusive playground and splash park at Robins Brook Park, updates on cyber security requirements, and the nomination of local businesses for the NYS Historical Business Preservation Registry. The board also addressed the town's tax base growth factor, the 2026 budget, and a tentative agreement with Teamsters. Additionally, the board discussed the proposed Capital Project for the Town Hall, traffic at Routes 19 and 33, and approved the Teamsters Local 264 Contract. They also approved the acquisition of an easement by the Monroe County Water Authority and authorized the Bergen Town Court to apply for a Justice Court Assistance Program grant.

The Bergen Town Board meeting included discussions and actions on several key areas. The board discussed the insurance renewal, East Bergen Cemetery repairs, bathroom construction at the park, and capital project renovations. They addressed traffic safety concerns around Appletree Industrial Park, FEMA flood map changes, and a proposal to consolidate town offices. The board also covered water district reconciliation and potential union negotiations. Additionally, the board approved the Highway Superintendent to hire a part-time per diem laborer and attend training at Cornell. New business included funding for the American Legion, approval of budget transfers, and resolutions for an easement acquisition by MCWA, an assessment agreement with the Town of Batavia, and disposal of items from the Town's Historical Collection.

The Bergen Town Board convened to discuss various topics, including the EV charging station rates, record retention, comprehensive plan, Robins Brook Park bathrooms, building potential capital project, computer software and hardware updates, library, code enforcement, taxes received, and Bergen Business & Civic Award. They also discussed the acquisition of an easement by the Monroe County Water Authority and a standard workday resolution. Additionally, the board approved the proposal from GG Municipal Consulting and Grant Writing for grant writing services and accepted the Supervisor's Annual Fiscal Report and the Annual Fiscal Checklist of the Town Clerk. The board also entered and exited an executive session.

The Bergen Town Board convened for an organizational meeting, followed by a regular session. The board addressed various appointments for positions such as Zoning/Code Enforcement Officer, Building Inspector, Historian, Attorney for the Town, and Engineer for the Town. Resolutions were approved concerning the expenditure of highway moneys, permissions for the Highway Superintendent to make purchases, and the official undertaking of municipal officers. The board also discussed the approval of medical benefit policy, 2024 wage/pay schedule and recognized committees and appointed members. During the regular session, the board discussed the Supervisor's report, Town Clerk's report, ZEO/CEO report, and Mercy EMS report. A resolution was passed to authorize payroll transfers. The board also discussed health insurance for elected officials and set the date for the next regular meeting.